Legal Support Team Leader

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Support Team Leader to join a leading Private Wealth team based in Manchester. This newly created role offers the chance to play a key part in a growing team that advises high-net-worth individuals, business owners, trustees, and international clients on complex matters ranging from succession planning to contentious probate.

This is a hands-on leadership role that would suit someone with strong legal administration experience and a natural ability to manage and motivate others.

The Private Wealth team is known for its breadth of expertise and high-calibre client base.  The team works collaboratively across both contentious and non-contentious areas, including:

• Succession planning and tax mitigation
• Wills, trusts, and estate administration
• International estate and tax advisory
• Contentious trust and probate matters

You’ll be responsible for managing a team of six administrators while ensuring the smooth running of core support functions. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the billing process and handling payments
• File opening and compliance tasks
• Supervising digital dictation and transcription work
• Ensuring a high standard of administrative support across the team
• Supporting the development of the admin function as the department continues to grow

This is a full-time role with the opportunity to work from home one day per week. This firm are looking for someone who brings:

• Proven experience in a senior administrative role within a legal environment (essential)
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach
• The confidence to communicate effectively across all levels

Previous experience within private wealth / private client would be a distinct advantage but not essential.  In return, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking and inclusive team where your contribution is valued. Benefits would include:

• Minimum 25 days’ holiday (plus Christmas closure and increases with service)
• Private medical insurance (with options to include family members)
• SMART pension scheme
• Travel insurance and income protection
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Regular social, charitable and wellbeing events
• Career development opportunities through a structured annual promotions process

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and grow a leadership role in a thriving and supportive team. If you’re looking for a long-term move in a dynamic and collaborative environment then please give Justine a call on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk