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Vacancy No 1388

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Junior Barristers’ Clerk required for busy Cardiff Barrister’s Chambers - Salary up to c £35,000

30 Park Place, Cardiff, are seeking a Junior Clerk to join their Family Law clerking team.


This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to develop a career in legal clerking or practice management within a fast-paced and professional environment.


This role would suit someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys building strong working relationships, and takes pride in delivering a high standard of service.


The Role


As Trainee Clerk, you will play a key role in supporting the Family Law team, acting as a central point of contact to ensure the smooth progression of matters.

You will liaise regularly with barristers, solicitors, clients, and third parties, often managing multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.


Key Responsibilities

  • Providing day-to-day support to barristers and solicitors

  • Communicating confidently and professionally via telephone, email, and in person

  • Managing competing priorities and deadlines in a busy office environment

  • Building and maintaining strong working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders

  • Handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

  • Managing enquiries from solicitors, clients, and third parties, ensuring accurate records are maintained

  • Entering and managing instructions, case papers, and notes on the case management system

  • Managing barristers’ diaries, including court listings, venues, and timings

  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including the BSB Handbook, AML procedures, conflicts, and complaints processes

  • Assisting with fee quotes, billing, and fee chasing as directed by senior clerks

  • Recording and escalating fee disputes where required

  • Deputising for clerks during periods of absence (as agreed)

  • Supporting inter-team cooperation to ensure efficient service delivery

  • Assisting with seminars, talks, and marketing activities

  • Presenting a professional image at all times

  • Undertaking any other reasonable duties to support the practice management function


About You

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Experience within Family Law, particularly Legal Aid matters, is desirable

  • Confident and professional telephone manner

  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively

  • Able to thrive in a busy office and adapt to changing priorities

  • Professional, proactive, and detail-oriented

  • IT literate and comfortable using case management systems

  • Keen to build a long-term career in legal clerking or practice management

  • A strong team player with a positive and hardworking attitude


What’s on Offer


  • Salary up to circa £35,000 (dependent on experience)


  • Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 6:00pm, or as required)

For general enquiries call 020 7583 2401 


or call Richard Ansell, Head of Chambers People Staff Recruitment 


for further details, on 07740 935033 richard@chamberspeople.co.uk

Closing date for applications:

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