The company is a medium-sized firm with multiple offices, including one in Farnham. The office is centrally located near mainline train stations and some locations offer complimentary client parking. The work environment is described as modern but somewhat traditional, particularly regarding working practices. The company values client-facing roles and has a reputation for good career progression, with opportunities for quick promotion to partner for high performers. The position is a senior private client lawyer role based in the Farnham office, responsible for heading up the private client department. The department is currently small, consisting of a fee earner (the role being recruited) and an assistant/paralegal. The role involves managing a varied caseload focused on wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, lasting powers of attorney (LPAs), inheritance tax matters and work with medium to high-net-worth clients. There is potential for the right candidate to expand the department if business needs allow. Responsibilities Head up the private client department in the Farnham officeManage a caseload including wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, estate administration and inheritance tax mattersWork with medium and high net worth clientsEnsure accurate handling of files and compliance with relevant legal standardsOversee and work alongside an assistant or paralegal within the departmentMarket and network to grow the department''s client base where possibleHandle all aspects