Apprentice Barrister's Clerk

We are seeking to recruit a positive, ambitious apprentice to join our busy clerking team as a Junior Clerk.

You will work primarily with the Criminal Clerking Team, assisting in the management of each Criminal Barrister’s practice.

You will, with progress, be expected to also assist the Civil and Family Clerking Team.

Duties to include:

Assist with incoming communications via post, e-mail and telephone Assist with the entering of new case details Assist with the monitoring of criminal court lists Assist Senior Clerks and/or Head of Clerking in ensuring the daily diary is correct Liaise with Instructing Solicitors, Crown Prosecution Service and Court Staff to ensure appropriate and fair allocation & distribution of work amongst the Criminal Team Ensure case papers for diarised cases are received and available for Court Hearings/Conferences Distribution of case documents via our case management system, LEX, DCS, egress etc for all returned cases Assist in any additional administration duties as required or requested by other clerks or members of chambers Seek to progress to other administration tasks, including Fee Billing, in discussion with the Practice Director and Managers

Training:
In addition to gaining practical experience in the role, you will also attain an NVQ Level 3 business administration qualification which will help start your career and give you an insight into the businesses processes and procedures Our training is all completed remotely via teams with a development coach, who will be available for support You receive 20% off the job training during this apprenticeship which is included in your weekly working hours

Training Outcome:

There are hundreds of Barrister’s Chambers across the country.  Starting at the bottom is the traditional route and some of the most successful clerks in the UK did this.  As much as we are seeking to develop our staff to continue the success of our chambers, many doors are opened whilst “learning the ropes”!

Employer Description:
Barristers Chambers. 43 Self Employed Barristers whose practices are dealt with by a team of clerks and administrators. The Barrister practice if Criminal, Civil & Family Law in courts across the East Midlands and beyond.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday 9:00 – 18:00 1 hour lunch

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Timekeeping skills