Private Client Lawyer Opportunity - Head of Trusts

Location: Hertford
Experience: 5+ Years PQE
Department: Wills, Trusts, and Probate
Type: Full-Time / Hybrid

Are you an ambitious Private Client Lawyer ready to lead and grow a team, all while maintaining a healthy work/life balance? If you're looking for a firm that values your career progression as much as you do, this opportunity could be your next step.

My client is seeking a Trusts Lawyer with strong technical expertise and at least 5 years of experience to head their Trusts team. This is an opportunity to strategically shape and build a profitable, sustainable team, all while being supported by a firm committed to excellence and innovation.

Role Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Strategy: You'll lead the Trusts team, mentoring and motivating talented individuals while ensuring operations are efficient and client service is exceptional.
• Business Development: You'll raise the team's profile, develop tailored client services, and implement a clear business development plan to drive growth.
• Risk Management: You'll take responsibility for achieving financial objectives, ensuring compliance, and managing risks effectively.

Traits of a Successful Candidate:

• A minimum of 5 years PQE with strong technical ability in trusts.
• A passion for client care and delivering excellence in every interaction.
• A cooperative, positive attitude and a "can-do" approach.
• A strategic mindset, pioneering spirit, and commitment to the firm's broader objectives.

Benefits:

• A clear and structured career path with opportunities for growth.
• A supportive and flexible working environment, including hybrid working.
• Generous benefits, including:
  • 25-30 days of holiday entitlement (rising with service).
  • Contributory corporate pension scheme.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Access to a financial well-being platform.
• Firm-wide and individual bonus schemes.
• Vibrant social initiatives, including summer and Christmas events, quarterly lunches, book clubs, and well-being activities.

How to Apply?

Please apply directed or confidentially contact Elliot Lockley at Henderson Scott for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working with a variety of other opportunities with ranked teams in Hertfordshire so would be interested to talk to any lawyer.