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Devereux Chambers is a leading set of Chambers with 57 barristers, including 12 KCs, supported by an experienced and enthusiastic team of clerks and business services staff. We are known for our friendly workplace culture and professional work ethic.
??We are forward-looking and have an excellent reputation for the quality of our work. Our principal fields of work are in commercial litigation and arbitration; employment, discrimination and pensions; personal injury; and tax litigation.
?As a result of a recent internal promotion, Chambers is seeking to recruit an Assistant Practice Manager. The position involves general clerking and administration duties on behalf of an appointed team of barristers, as directed by a Practice Manager.
?On a day to day basis, the role will involve advising solicitors on the availability of counsel, diary management, fee negotiation, liaising with court staff to obtain listings and to fix hearing dates, logging receipt of papers and arranging conferences.
?The successful candidate will ensure the smooth running of their appointed team of barristers, liaising on a regular basis with clerking colleagues, reporting to their Practice Manager and working closely with all members and support staff.
?Candidates should possess a minimum of 5 GSCE's at A-C (or equivalent), excellent interpersonal skills, a focused and proactive approach and should be articulate and client friendly.
?To apply for this position, please complete and upload your application form directly to the Devereux recruitment portal. Please do not attach a CV.
