Head of Department - Private Client

Head of Private Client Department

Location: Based in our Wareham office, covering our 7 offices in the Southwest.
Team Size: 30 professionals.
Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits.

Battens Solicitors is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head our Private Client Department. This is a rare opportunity to take charge of a well‑established team, shape its future, and make a lasting impact across our network of offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 30 across 7 offices.
• Set and implement the department's strategic direction.
• Ensure high standards of service in complex areas including trusts, wills, probate, and estate planning.
• Oversee all aspects of employee management, with support from our HR team.
• Handle client relationships with professionalism and care.
• Lead and conduct business development.
• Run your own caseload.
• Drive growth, ...