Business & Property Clerk

About this Job

We are looking for a clerk to support our B&P team who has ambition and dedication. We want someone with fantastic client-care skills and who will build long-lasting relationships with solicitors.
This is a good opportunity for a resourceful, enthusiastic and motivated individual who will work closely as part of a team.

Experience in commercial clerking is preferred.

About this Employer

Exchange Chambers are looking to recruit a Business and Property Clerk to join our team in Leeds. With over 200 Barristers, including 18 silks and 65 members of staff, across our offices in Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool, we are one of the largest and most well-resourced Chambers in the UK.
Exchange Chambers’ progressive approach and multi-disciplinary expertise has been recognised through a number of high profile industry awards. Our Barristers and clerks are approachable, easy to work with

Person Specification

• Excellent face to face communication and interpersonal skills for dealing with Clients, Barristers, Solicitors and Court Officials.
• A mature telephone manner and strong written communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Functioning extremely well under pressure
• Ability to prioritise work load and plan ahead accordingly.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and create contact with solicitors and develop their requirements.
• Spot opportunities for new work and new clients
• Gain an appreciation and understanding of the practice of each member.
• Scrutinise Court lists, requesting that cases are moved and listed for Counsel and Solicitors’ availability.
• Assist the Chambers Director in maintaining the commercial diaries.
• Liaise with Counsel regarding their diary commitments
• Assist the Senior Clerk including attending events