Not many Head of Department roles give you the opportunity to build something with solid foundations already in place.
This one does.
The Private Client team recently achieved Legal 500 recognition for the first time, marking an exciting new chapter for the firm. Now, they’re looking for an experienced Private Client leader to build on that momentum, developing the York offering and creating a department that becomes a recognised name across the region.
You’ll inherit a platform that many firms simply don’t have. Decades of trusted relationships with commercial businesses, family-owned companies and agricultural clients create a steady stream of opportunities, while a collaborative “one firm” culture encourages referrals across departments. Rather than starting from scratch, you’ll be building upon an established reputation and helping unlock the full potential of an already successful business.
Initially, your focus will be on embedding yourself within the firm, getting to know clients and colleagues, mentoring the existing team and identifying opportunities to strengthen internal referral pathways. As those relationships develop, you’ll play an increasingly important role in raising the profile of the Private Client department, developing new relationships with professional introducers and establishing the firm’s presence in York.
Longer term, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the direction of the department, grow the team and leave a genuine legacy within a firm that is committed to long-term, sustainable growth rather than short-term targets.
Who we’re looking for
What you’ll be doing
Salary & benefits
This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious Private Client leader who wants more than simply inheriting an existing department. You’ll join a firm with more than 170 years of history, a collaborative culture and an established client base, while enjoying the freedom to shape the future of the Private Client offering and build something that will have a lasting impact on the business.
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
📩 bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Head of Private Client • North Yorkshire
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