Head of Private Client Department - Senior Solicitor/Partner-Level OpportunityLocation: Dorchester (with oversight across multiple offices)Salary: Competitive + excellent benefitsMy client is a Legal 500 law firm who is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to lead a highly respected Private Client Department, consisting of 30 team members across all offices. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a Senior Lawyer seeking a strategic leadership role within a forward-thinking, well-established firm.As a Head of Private Client, you''ll shape the future of a thriving department, develop our people and play a key role in firmwide growth.About the Role:In this senior leadership position, you will:Lead, mentor and develop a team of 30 across multiple offices in the South WestSet and deliver the department''s strategic directionMaintain high-quality standards across all Private Client services, including wills, trusts, probate, estate administration and estate planningManage staff performance, progression and recruitment (supported by our HR team)Build and maintain strong client relationshipsDrive business development and support firmwide growth initiativesOversee supervision, technical excellence and risk managementManage your own caseload of complex mattersRequired experience includes:10+ years PQE in Private Client lawProven experience leading teams or managing a departmentStrong expertise in trusts, tax and estate planningA collaborative, motivational ..... full job details .....