Practice Manager (Ref: 2023)
2 Hare Court

Salary: £ Highly Competitive, Salary, Bonus + Benefits
Reporting to: Director of Clerking
Contract: Full time, permanent, Monday-Friday
Location: London

Overview:
2 Hare Court, is recognised both nationally and internationally as one of the UK's leading Barristers' Chambers, specialising in Criminal Defence, Private Prosecution, Public Prosecution, Fraud, Health & Safety, Professional Discipline, Tax, Sports Law and other related fields.

Chambers is seeking to appoint a Practice Manager to support the efficient running of a friendly and highly motivated Practice Management team. Working within an established and dynamic team, the Practice Manager will report to the Director of Clerking and assist other Practice Management staff. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7+ years of clerking or equivalent experience at a barristers' chambers of a similar standing.

Key Responsibilities:

Practice administration

• First point of contact for Chambers' Professional Disciplinary Team.
• Conducting barristers' practice reviews along with other members of the practice team.
• Negotiating privately funded fees and liaising with members accordingly.
• Assisting the Director of Clerking on any other duties, including Chambers' projects as reasonably required.
• Business development
• Keeping abreast of industry and market developments.
• Maintaining existing client relationships.
• Networking, developing and nurturing new clients.
• A strong focus on excellent client care with a service-oriented approach.
• Attending client events and follow up activities.

What 2 Hare Court are looking for:

• Highly proficient communication skills and in particular, strong writing skills.
• Minimum 7+ years' experience of clerking or equivalent at a barristers' chambers of a similar standing.
• Excellent IT Skills including basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Professional, positive and proactive self-starter.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills, able to prioritise effectively and work well under pressure.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Company pension plan
• Private medical insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with extensive access to wellbeing support
• 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Professional development & training opportunities

Equality and Diversity:

2 Hare Court, are committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds, creating a workplace where everyone can be themselves and succeed.

All applicants are requested to complete an Equality, Diversity & Inclusion form, available here.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please email a comprehensive CV and covering letter to Georgina Sundown – Georgina@abcllp.com & Hudson Brewer - hudson@abcllp.com

The closing date for applications is Monday 5th October. Early applications are encouraged with initial interviews for suitable candidates taking place immediately.

All third-party applications will be forwarded to ABC Partnership Ltd.

ABC Partnership - 0203 890 8190 – enquiries@abcllp.com

ABC are committed to equality and to fostering diversity in our profession.

We will treat everyone equally and irrespective of their age, background, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Please advise us in advance of the interview if you have any access needs (including those arising from neurodiversity) and/or require reasonable adjustments for the interview so that we can make appropriate arrangements.