Team Manager

Team Manager Derbyshire (Hybrid Working Available) £40,000 - £50,000 per annum Permanent | Full-time Our client is a well-established and growing law firm specialising in Private Client services, including Wills, Probate and Estate Planning. They are seeking an experienced Probate Team Manager to lead a high-performing team of legal professionals, ensuring exceptional client service, technical excellence and strong commercial performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional who enjoys mentoring others while remaining hands-on with technical probate work. The Role As Probate Team Manager, you'll oversee the performance, development and technical supervision of a team of Probate Legal Advisors, ensuring matters progress efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of legal compliance and client care. Alongside leading your team, you'll retain a small personal caseload to ensure your technical knowledge remains current and continue to support the delivery of high-quality probate services. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management * Lead, motivate and develop a team of Probate Legal Advisors. * Drive individual and team performance against agreed KPIs and service standards. * Deliver regular coaching, mentoring and performance reviews. * Identify training needs and support ongoing professional development. * Conduct regular case reviews and quality assurance checks. * Assist with recruitment, onboarding and development of new team members. * Work collaboratively with other department managers to ensure operational success. Legal & Compliance * Provide technical supervision and guidance to your team. * Manage a small personal caseload of probate matters. * Ensure compliance with SRA regulations and internal policies. * Monitor legal quality, risk management and file progression. * Keep up to date with changes in probate legislation and best practice. * Support continuous improvement across legal processes and procedures. Client Service * Ensure clients receive a professional, compassionate and efficient service throughout the probate process. * Support the resolution of complex client queries and complaints. * Work with internal teams to manage workloads and client expectations. * Promote a culture focused on outstanding client care and service excellence. Performance & Operations * Monitor team workloads, work in progress and case progression. * Drive productivity, billing performance and departmental KPIs. * Produce accurate management reports and performance data. * Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery. * Support the firm's continued growth through effective people management and operational excellence. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: * Significant experience within Wills, Probate and Private Client law. * Previous experience supervising or managing legal professionals. * Excellent coaching, mentoring and leadership skills. * Strong technical knowledge of probate law and compliance requirements. * Excellent organisational and communication skills. * A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to motivate others. * Experience managing KPIs, workloads and performance within a legal environment. What's on Offer * Competitive salary of £40,000-£50,000. * Hybrid working available. * Ongoing professional development and career progression. * Supportive and collaborative working environment. * Opportunity to lead and shape a growing Probate department. * Pension scheme and generous holiday allowance. If you're an experienced Private Client professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you