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Private Client Legal Director

Edinburgh

Legal Director, Head of Private Client

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: Competitive, dependent on PQE level

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

We are currently recruiting a Legal Director to head up the Private Client department for a small and well-established client. The successful candidate will ideally be 10+ years PQE and would already be managing a private client team or would be looking to take that step up.

Day-to-day of the role:

Prepare complex wills and handle the administration of high-value estates, including those with agricultural property, business interests, and assets located abroad.

Line-management responsibilities for a small team of solicitors, paralegals, and support staff.

Provide expert advice on all manner of trusts.

Manage a diverse caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring an excellent service is delivered to clients.

Actively participate in business development activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Ideally 10+ years PQE with experience in Wills, Trusts, Succession and IHT Planning and Power of Attorney’s.

STEP Qualified.

Able to handle a diverse caseload largely unsupervised.

Proven ability to manage a private client team.

Strong commitment to service excellence.

Demonstrable experience in business development and a history of strong financial performance.

Excellent prioritisation, communication, and IT skills.

Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and manage client expectations.

Meticulous attention to detail and a strong work ethic.

Benefits:

Competitive salary (and bonus) based on experience.

Significant scope for career development and future partnership.

Opportunity to join a well-established firm in Edinburgh.

30 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Hybrid working

Involvement in high-profile cases and complex legal matters, working with high-net worth clients.

To apply for this position, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV or get in touch with Kate Irvine for more information.

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