Private Client Head of Department

Clayton Legal Preston, England Posted feb 20, 2026

Full Time
Hybrid
Senior

Job description

This Private Client Head of Department role is focused on as part of ongoing growth and succession planning, the firm is seeking a Head of Private Client Department to oversee and further develop its Private Client practice. It would suit someone who can bring technically confident across the full breadth of Private Client matters to the role.

Where ownership sits

Highly experienced in Private Client work (typically 5+ years PQE or equivalent). Contributing to business planning, growth initiatives and cross-firm collaboration.

What the role carries

As part of ongoing growth and succession planning, the firm is seeking a Head of Private Client Department to oversee and further develop its Private Client practice. An opportunity has arisen for a senior Private Client lawyer to lead a well-established and highly regarded Private Client department within a law firm of exceptional heritage and. Help oversee task-by-task operations and maintain performance standards.

What helps the work land well

Technically confident across the full breadth of Private Client matters. Strong leadership and operational judgement.

Practical details

  • The firm offers a collegiate, supportive environment, hybrid working, and above-average holiday entitlement, alongside the opportunity to play a meaningful role in the long-term fu.
  • Work model: Hybrid.
  • Additional detail: Holiday allowance, Hybrid working.

Job details

  • Benefits mentioned: Holiday allowance, Hybrid working
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