Family Clerk

Due to retirement, one of the North West’s most successful Chambers is looking for an experienced Family Clerk to join their very efficient and friendly team here in Chester. 
They are one of the most highly ranked of their kind in the North West, with an excellent track record in the key areas of law. With 70+ barristers, including several King’s Counsel, the Chamber has well established, strong relationships with clients across the North West, Wales, the Midlands and Yorkshire, and in a variety of sectors including direct access clients. Many of its barristers are recognised as leaders in their field and the clerking team which supports them are known for their friendly efficiency in meeting and exceeding client expectations. 
The Chamber has grown significantly in the last 3 years and has strong ambitions to continue on this path. So, if you are an ambitious Clerk, with experience in the Family team function, and you really enjoy being part of an energetic, driven team which is focussed on delivering outstanding results for its clients every time, where your skills and knowledge will be appreciated and valued, then this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. It offers an excellent opportunity for career progression within a highly effective and progressive environment – one that you can be proud to say you are part of. 
As the Family Clerk, you will…

• Work closely with, and guided by, the Senior Family Clerk in organising and managing the activities of all Family Practice Group members of chambers
• Ensure the efficient management of cases from the initial email or call through to the conclusion of each case
• Have responsibility for ensuring close liaison between all key parties both internal and external and acting early to avoid problems arising
• Consistently and appropriately promote Chambers’ members and services to existing and potential clients
• Assist in the prompt collection of outstanding fees
• Implement and maintain Chambers’ and departmental service and quality standards at all times

So, if you are a professional Family Clerk who…

• Has a proven track record of working successfully in the clerking team, ideally Family, and in managing diaries efficiently, logging papers and working directly with members, solicitors and clients
• Manages their own workload effectively with excellent attention to detail and works to deadlines as needed
• Is technically strong, knows the MS Office suite and has some experience of the Lex Diary Management software or similar
• Has an in-depth knowledge of legal proceedings
• Is an excellent communicator across all levels, both internally and externally
• Has sound judgement and negotiating skills
• ideally has some experience of managing more junior clerks
• A strong team player who is proactive and has the ambition to take their clerking career to the next level

…get in touch now! 
To apply for this role, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV. 
Closing date for applications 15th January 2024
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