Barristers' Clerk

We are a highly regarded Barristers’ Chambers in Sydney’s CBD, presently comprising 20+ barristers practicing across a broad range of areas and jurisdictions. The chambers are in the heart of Sydney’s legal precinct, directly opposite the Law Courts Building in Queen’s Square.

We are looking for a candidate who has experience as a Barrister’s Clerk or Legal Office Administrator to join our team in this permanent, full-time role. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to work with interesting people doing interesting work, and to step up to run the Floor. You will have the autonomy and scope to make this role your own.

The purpose of the Clerk’s role is to manage this Floor of 20+ barristers, including the Floor’s administration, all enquiries in relation to its members, accepting new matters, advising on availability, and Counsel’s fees.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Liaison with solicitors, other instructors and Court staff – seek and build relationships and liaise with solicitors, field enquiries, arrange conferences, delivery and collection of briefs
   
• Diary management – manage Barristers’ diaries as required including for the Head of Chambers
   
• People management – responsible for hiring, training and supervision of staff including the Assistant Clerk and Receptionist
   
• Accounts – management of the Floor’s financial and corporate affairs including bookkeeping, budgeting, invoicing members (monthly), accounts payable, managing bank accounts and bank reconciliations. Liaise with the Floor’s accountant on the budget and BAS, attend quarterly meetings with the Accountant.
   
• Events – initiation, planning and management of at least one key marketing event and a number of smaller marketing events for the Floor each year including managing invitee list and invitations, arranging the venue, catering etc.
   
• Marketing – identify and explore additional marketing opportunities for the Floor including reviewing website and the LinkedIn company page
   
• Office management – oversee the general administration for the Floor including dealing with the building manager, lease administration, management of office and kitchen supplies, photocopier, cleaners, recycling

The successful candidate will have strong initiative and drive, well-developed relationship management and people skills, and excellent verbal and written communication. You will be well organised, with excellent time management and the ability to manage multiple tasks. 

Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook), plus knowledge of MYOB or similar will also be needed in this role.

We are interested in hearing from candidates who have experience in clerking or office management / administration. A degree or diploma in e.g. Law or Business would also be desirable.

A competitive remuneration package is on offer for the right candidate.

Please submit your application including your resume and a cover letter setting out your suitability for the role, and how this role fits with your career aspirations noting also your notice period and salary expectations.