Legal Director, Head of Private Client
- Location: Edinburgh
- Salary: Competitive, dependent on PQE level
- Job Type: Full-time, permanent
We are currently recruiting a Legal Director to head up the Private Client department for a small and well-established client. The successful candidate will ideally be 10+ years PQE and would already be managing a private client team or would be looking to take that step up.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Prepare complex wills and handle the administration of high-value estates, including those with agricultural property, business interests, and assets located abroad.
- Line-management responsibilities for a small team of solicitors, paralegals, and support staff.
- Provide expert advice on all manner of trusts.
- Manage a diverse caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring an excellent service is delivered to clients.
- Actively participate in business development activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Ideally 10+ years PQE with experience in Wills, Trusts, Succession and IHT Planning and Power of Attorney's.
- STEP Qualified.
- Able to handle a diverse caseload largely unsupervised.
- Proven ability to manage a private client team.
- Strong commitment to service excellence.
- Demonstrable experience in business development and a history of strong financial performance.
- Excellent prioritisation, communication, and IT skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and manage client expectations.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary (and bonus) based on experience.
- Significant scope for career development and future partnership.
- Opportunity to join a well-established firm in Edinburgh.
- 30 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- Involvement in high-profile cases and complex legal matters, working with high-net worth clients.
To apply for this position, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV or get in touch with Kate Irvine for more information.