Private Client Director
  • England,London,City of London
  • full-time
  • Salary negotiable
Job Description:
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
Job number 1811138
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Company Details:
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Company size: 50–99 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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