Job Title: Head of Department / Private Client Partner – Wills & Probate
Location: Coventry
Salary: Up to £65,000
Are you ready to lead a team in a warm, friendly, and supportive law firm? I am seeking an experienced Head of Department / Private Client Partner to spearhead my clients thriving Wills and Probate team.

ABOUT US

My client prides themselves on providing exceptional legal services, while fostering a friendly and approachable environment for both clients and staff. Boasting a high staff retention rate, my client values integrity, compassion, and teamwork, ensuring that every member of their team feels valued and supported. My client attract HNW individuals, often dealing with complex and high value estates, offering a high quality and engaging caseload with a solid network of existing clients.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be:

• Ideally over 5 years of fee earning experience within Wills, Probate, LPAs, etc.
• An excellent communicator with a client-focused approach.
• A natural leader who can inspire and support a team.
• Proactive and commercially minded, with a proven track record in business development.
• Compassionate and professional, with the ability to navigate sensitive situations tactfully.

Please note: this position does NOT require a following.
If you are currently seeking the next step in your career and are looking to excel within a senior management role, then please provide your most recent CV - orianna@ljwsolutions.com

THE ROLE

As the Head of Department / Private Client Partner, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading and managing the Wills and Probate team, driving performance and growth.
• Handling a varied caseload of private client matters, including wills, probate, estate planning, trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships with a focus on empathy and understanding during sensitive times.
• Developing and mentoring team members, fostering their professional growth and success.
• Contributing to the firm’s business development and marketing efforts to attract new clients and grow the department.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be:

• Ideally over 5 years of fee earning experience within Wills, Probate, LPAs, etc.
• An excellent communicator with a client-focused approach.
• A natural leader who can inspire and support a team.
• Proactive and commercially minded, with a proven track record in business development.
• Compassionate and professional, with the ability to navigate sensitive situations tactfully