Barrister / Solicitor Advocate | Chambers

Dwf Llp; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular income

Competitive salary

Private pension

No desk rent

Bonus scheme

Life assurance

Professional indemnity insurance paid

Salary review opportunity

Global firm with 30 locations

Online legal library access

Job summary

DWF Chambers, part of the global DWF group, is expanding its advocacy team across England and Wales. We are seeking qualified Barristers or Solicitor Advocates with Personal Injury expertise to join a supportive, performance-driven environment offering high-profile instructions and clear career progression.

Join a collaborative national team with substantial professional development opportunities, a focus on quality work, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, life assurance,

Qualifications

• Qualified Barrister or Solicitor Advocate with a current BSB or SRA practising certificate.
• Proven experience handling Personal Injury matters.
• Excellent advocacy and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fee earning work in line with the DWF Chambers policy.
• Bill in line with financial targets set by leadership.
• Build professional relationships internally and externally.
• Attend 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.
• Contribute to CSR initiatives and comply with professional standards.
• Comply with the BSB Handbook and CPD requirements.
• Consider transfer to the Bar where solicitor-advocate.
• Attend annual practice development meetings with leadership.

Skills

Advocacy

Personal Injury

Time management

Stakeholder management

Education

BSB/SRA Practising Certificate

Barrister qualification

Job description

Why join us?

DWF Chambers is a well-established and growing advocacy team, providing expert, streamlined advocacy services as an alternative to the traditional Bar. Following a number of recent client panel appointments, we are investing in the continued growth of our Chambers team across England and Wales and are keen to hear from Barristers and Solicitor Advocates who specialise in Personal Injury. With approx. 24 advocates and a dedicated team of specialist clerks, our team benefit from a consistent flow of high-quality work across a range of DWF's core practice areas, including Personal Injury, Fraud, Commercial, Regulatory and Employment. Joining DWF Chambers means becoming part of a collaborative national team with exposure to high-profile instructions, excellent professional development opportunities, and a clear pathway for career progression.

Why DWF Chambers?

• Guaranteed, regular income
• Competitive salary dependent on seniority and experience
• Generous private pension
• No Chambers Expenses or Desk Rent
• Bonus Scheme
• Life assurance & healthcare benefits
• Practising Certificate and Professional Indemnity Insurance paid
• Scope for annual salary review and promotion dependent upon seniority and experience
• Career Progression Prospects within a Global Company with 30 locations worldwide
• Free access to the DWF online legal library and resources

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
• Contributed 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

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential:

• Qualified Barrister or Solicitor Advocate holding a current Bar Standards Board (BSB) or Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) practising certificate
• Proven experience handling Personal Injury matters
• Excellent advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload effectively while meeting deadlines and client expectations
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues and external contacts

Desirable:

• Experience or exposure to Fraud, Commercial, Regulatory and/or Employment matters

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.

You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation.

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. #LI-Hybrid