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Head of Private Client

Rowberry Morris

Head of Private Client

£65000

Rowberry Morris, Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 5 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 3af180813b9e496991f06011de855851

Full Job Description

You will be responsible for managing and undertaking fee earning work for a variety of private clients, providing efficient and effective legal advice, assistance and representation, from simple wills to high-net-worth estates, elderly client matters and tax planning.

You will work strategically with senior leadership and staff to maximise existing professional connections and to support the firm in business development and have overall responsibility for maintaining and developing the team in Staines.

A qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Member of STEP

  • Considerable relevant work experience in all areas of Private Client work

  • Experience of managing staff

  • Experience in marketing and business development activities for the team and the firm

  • Proven financial record and commercial attitude

  • Technical experience in wills, trusts, estate administration, elderly client matters, lasting powers of attorney, capacity issues and inheritance tax planning

  • Meticulous organisation with strong IT skills

  • Ability to meet multiple priorities to tight deadlines

  • Compelling / engaging communicator and ability to instill confidence with a wide variety of clients

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to develop strong, collaborative and long-lasting relationships with clients, colleagues and referrers

  • Personable and professional with a team-focused mindset

    Rowberry Morris is a very well-established firm of solicitors providing a friendly, approachable service tailored to our clients' unique needs, whether it's a personal matter, a family issue or a business challenge.


    • From our offices in Reading, Staines, Tadley and Richmond we believe in building long-lasting relationships and showing loyalty to clients. This is a great opportunity to join our busy and thriving practice.

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience

  • Competitive bonus scheme

  • Employer contribution pension scheme

  • Death in service benefit

  • Hybrid working

  • 25 days annual leave (full time) plus bank holidays

  • Birthday annual leave

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment