Head of Private Client Solicitor

Luton – £50,000 - £60,000

Are you a seasoned Private Client Solicitor looking for a fresh leadership opportunity? We’re working with a top law firm in Luton seeking a Head of Private Client to shape and expand their established Private Client Department.

This is an exceptional role for a driven professional eager to grow a team and take on a broad caseload of private client matters. With a steady flow of client enquiries, you’ll have an active workload from day one and the autonomy to shape the department’s future.

Position Highlights:
  • Role: Head of Private Client
  • Location: Luton (Office-based, full-time)
  • Salary: Up to £60,000
  • Benefits: Social events, team activities, and a collaborative work environment
  • Growth Potential: Build and develop a thriving department and team
As Head of Private Client, you’ll manage a varied caseload while leading and growing the department. This includes:
  • Wills and Estate Planning: Advising on wills, inheritance tax planning, and trusts.
  • Probate and Estate Administration: Managing probate processes, estate distribution, and advising executors.
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney: Setting up and registering LPAs, including health, welfare, and property.
  • Trust Management: Administering trusts and advising on complex trust arrangements.
Ideal Candidate:
This role is perfect for an experienced Private Client Solicitor with a vision for growth, a collaborative spirit, and a keen interest in building a team and a department from the ground up.

If you’re ready to step into a rewarding leadership role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity and explore the next step in your career. For more information you can email me on Lorraine@douglas-scott.co.uk

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Lorraine Terry

Senior Recruitment Consultant
0203 846 3071

lorraine@douglas-scott.co.uk

1. What were you doing before you joined Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment? I actually worked at Douglas Scott previously and went on to have my little girl. I then worked with the NHS as a recruitment consultant, and now I am back as I really missed Legal recruitment and the team!

2. What are you most looking forward to in your new role? Building my desk back up again, and getting to know everybody.

3. If you weren’t in recruitment, what would you be doing? I would probably consider going back to university to become a midwife, as I love making a difference in peoples lives!

4. Tell us something that people might not know about you? I love cooking and baking with my son and daughter, especially on a weekend 


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Wills & Probate Law
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Luton
  • Reference: 1043474

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