Head of Private Client (Solicitor / Legal Executive)

Location: Bournemouth
Experience: 8+ PQE
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Full Remuneration Package: £55,000-£75,000 DOE

A well-regarded firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer (Solicitor or Legal Executive) to step into a Head of Department role within its established Bournemouth office.

This is a key leadership opportunity for a senior lawyer looking to take ownership of a department, while still maintaining a hands-on caseload within a highly supportive and flexible environment.

The Role

You will lead the Private Client department while managing your own caseload, including:

• Probate matters
• Estate administration
• Wills
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trusts

Alongside fee-earning, you will:

• Lead, support and develop members of the team
• Oversee workflow and maintain high standards of client care
• Play a key role in the ongoing growth and direction of the department
• Support business development and maintain strong client relationships

You will be part of a large, collaborative firm, with strong internal support and a positive team culture.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 8+ PQE
• Strong technical expertise across Wills, Probate and Trusts
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring others (or ready to step into leadership)
• Confident in a client-facing role with excellent communication skills
• Commercially aware with an interest in developing a department
• Organised, proactive and able to manage both caseload and team responsibilities

What's On Offer

• Full remuneration package £55,000-£75,000 DOE
• No billing targets
• 35-hour working week (Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm)
• Highly flexible working environment, supportive of personal commitments
• Hybrid working with full home office setup provided
• Company-wide bonus scheme
• Excellent holiday allowance - 33 days plus Christmas closure and birthday leave (circa 40 days total)
• Friendly, collaborative and supportive team culture