A top 200 law firm is currently on the lookout for a Private Client Director to join their team in Central London
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with casework for Wills, Probate, and Lasting Powers of Attorney, including contesting wills, settling tax liabilities, and handling final affairs.
- Report directly to and collaborate with the Board to meet performance objectives.
- Supervise a team of solicitors, trainee solicitors, and paralegals, ensuring the efficient handling of private client work.
- Manage a diverse caseload, handling a range of complexities with care.
- Engage with clients, take instructions, and prepare cases accordingly.
- Handle correspondence and ensure accurate time management and costing.
- Conduct probation reviews for new staff and oversee monthly file reviews to ensure timely follow-up actions.
- Ensure all work complies with file management and regulatory standards.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in team management, working to KPIs such as chargeables and billing.
- Extensive expertise in Wills & Probate, with the capability to manage privately funded cases.
- Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
- Must hold a valid, clean Practicing Certificate at the time of application.
- Professional, proactive approach with exceptional client care skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters.
- Strong networking and communication skills, with a talent for marketing the firm and generating new business opportunities.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
- Advocacy experience is a plus.
- Proficient in IT, with knowledge of Microsoft Office and document management systems.
Benefits:
- Hybrid/ flexible working
- Private medical scheme
- Salary reviews