About this Job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to welcome a new member to the clerks’ room in an Assistant Practice Manager role.
You will work with a friendly group of passionate, intelligent, driven people, developing your skills in how to work efficiently and effectively as a team in a challenging role, within a profession that has exceptionally good prospects.
About this Employer
Farrar’s Building is a dynamic set, run by a close-knit team of experienced barrister’s clerks.
Person Specification
If you are someone with ambition and drive, who is ready to take a step up in their career, then this opportunity could be for you. You must be an excellent communicator, both orally and in writing, and be able to juggle multiple tasks and prioritise. Working as a team is a crucial part of this job, whilst also being able to demonstrate your own initiative. Ideally, you will have a strong academic record, minimum A level or equivalent qualifications, as well as previous experience in chambers.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with managing all members’ diaries, including diarising hearings, conferences and other meetings;
- Preparation of materials for members’ Practice Review Meetings;
- Attending in person and telephone court listing appointments;
- Assisting with the service and exchange of court documents;
- Assisting with the billing and processing of members’ fees;
- Responding to telephone and email enquiries;
- Attendance and support at Chambers’ marketing and external industry events.
Professional Qualifications
Ideally, you will have a strong academic record, having achieved at least A level or equivalent qualifications. Previous experience working in a barristers’ chambers is essential.
