Head of Department - Private Client Solicitor

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Head of Department - Private Client Solicitor
Location: Taunton
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: 60,000 to 75,000 (with Partnership prospects)
A long established and well respected regional law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to step into a Head of Department role at its Taunton office. This is a rare leadership opportunity offering genuine influence, autonomy and a clear pathway to Partnership for the right candidate.
The Role
Following a short handover period, you will take full responsibility for leading the Private Client department. You will oversee a busy and varied caseload while managing and supporting a team of fee earners and support staff. Work will include:

• Managing a broad range of private client matters
• Handling taxable estates and complex probate
• Advising on agricultural estates and rural succession issues
• Drafting wills, LPAs and trust documentation
• Providing clear, empathetic advice to clients
• Supervising and mentoring two fee earners (Solicitor and Legal Executive)
• Leading a support team of 3-4 staff
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Driving business development and departmental growth

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior solicitor ready to take the next step into departmental leadership.
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong experience across the full spectrum of private client work
• Expertise in taxable estates and agricultural matters
• Proven ability to manage and supervise a team
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail
• Confidence managing a busy caseload independently
• A proactive, commercially minded approach
• Ambition to progress into Partnership

Why This Firm?
This opportunity sits within a firm known for:

• A friendly, supportive and collaborative culture
• Long standing client relationships and high quality work
• Genuine progression opportunities, including Partnership
• A stable, well structured Private Client team
• Strong administrative support
• A reputation for excellent client service across the region

This is the ideal role for a senior solicitor seeking leadership responsibility and long term career progression.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Olivia Reed
Email:
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*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*