Head of Private Client

Head of Private Client

About Us :

RJS advises business, their owners and their families on growing, protecting and transferring their assets and wealth. We act for a wide range of organisations from start-ups to substantial private companies.

The Role :

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to further develop and grow RJS’ Private Client

Department, building upon the RJS’ pre-existing contacts and client network. The role will

predominantly involve estate and tax planning for business owners and their families, and supervising

wills, probate and court of protection matters.

Key Responsibilities Include :

1. Head and develop a pre-existing team of lawyers and support staff;

2. Manage a varied and interesting workload whilst supervising other members of your team;

3. Work with the Risk Team to ensure full adherence to RJS’ compliance policies;

4. Agree and deliver department targets;

5. Contribute to the growth of the department by means of internal and external business

development;

6. Assist in the training and development of your team (individually and as a group);

Person Spec

1. Ability to handle a caseload whilst supervising others;

2. STEP Membership;

3. IT proficiency;

4. Interest in business and their owners and their families;

5. 7 plus years qualified;

6. Commercial awareness.

7. Experience of Administration of taxable estates, Business LPAs, Complex Wills, Family

Investment Companies / Partnerships, Tax, Trusts,

Remuneration :

1. Excellent base salary

2. 25 days holiday plus bank

3. Pension scheme

4. Life Cover

5. Bonus scheme

6. Free parking

7. Flexible working to accommodate personal / family requirements

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-growing business where your expertise will be valued.

The successful candidate will benefit from excellent visibility, senior stakeholder engagement, and a

clear development path within an ambitious and well-capitalised organisation.

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