Barrister / Solicitor Advocate - Chambers

DWF; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF Chambers is expanding its advocacy team, inviting barristers and solicitor advocates to join a growing Chambers practice. Locations include Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Bristol and London, with a focus on Personal Injury, Fraud, Commercial, Regulatory and Employment work.

Ideal candidates will hold a BSB/SRA Practising Certificate, possess excellent advocacy skills, and be experienced in Personal Injury.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid BSB/SRA Practising Certificate.
• Well versed in Personal Injury.
• Excellent advocacy skills essential.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fee earning work in line with DWF Chambers policy.
• Bill in line with financial targets set by DWF Chambers leadership.
• Build professional relationships internally and externally to DWF.
• Attend DWF Chambers business development events and seminars.
• Identify key contacts and targets for business development.
• Assist with planning seminars and deliver at least one per year.

Skills

Excellent advocacy skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Personal Injury knowledge

Education

BSB/SRA Practicing Certificate

Job description

Why join us?

As a result of some recent client panel appointments we are expanding and looking for Barristers and Solicitor Advocates to join our Chambers team. Locations including Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Bristol and London. The Chambers team specialise in a number of DWF’s core practice areas, including Personal Injury, Fraud, Commercial, Regulatory and Employment. DWF Chambers provides expert and streamlined advocacy services as an alternative to the traditional bar and chambers, the team comprises a date of 24 Advocates and a team of Specialist Clerks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fee earning work in line with the DWF Chambers Policy.
• Bill in line with financial target set by DWF Chambers leadership team.
• Build professional relationships internally and externally to DWF.
• Attend DWF Chambers business development events and seminars.
• Identify individual key contacts / targets.
• Assist with planning for chambers seminar programme, e.g. identifying topics for seminars and delivering a minimum of one seminar per annum.
• Contribute to the firm's CSR initiatives.
• Comply with the BSB Handbook including the Code of Conduct.
• Comply with BSB/SRA requirements for continuing professional development.
• Consider transfer to the bar (where solicitor‑advocate).
• Comply with firm's objective management requirements (individually and in conjunction with any colleagues who report to them).
• Attend and contribute to annual practice development meeting with Director of Clerking.

Essential

• Hold BSB/SRA Practicing Certificate.
• Well versed in Personal Injury.
• Excellent advocacy skills.
• Time management and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Experience in Fraud, Commercial, Regulatory or Employment law.

What we offer

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you’re excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About Us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.