Job Description
Our client, Cornwall Street Barristers, is a leading multi-disciplinary Common Law set with offices in Birmingham, Oxford and Maidstone, recognised nationally for its work across criminal, civil, family, commercial and military law, and for delivering a high-quality, responsive clerking service.
Chambers is now seeking an experienced Criminal Clerk (ideally circa 5 plus years' experience) to join its established Criminal Practice team. This is a fast-paced role with shared responsibility for day-to-day practice management, client handling, fee negotiation and business development. The role can be based in either Birmingham or Oxford.
Working closely with the Senior Criminal Clerk and wider team, the successful candidate will take responsibility for a group of members, including those based in Oxford, and contribute to the ongoing development of the Criminal Practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing practices and diaries of criminal barristers - effective work allocation and diary management.
- Key contact for instructing solicitors and clients, advising on availability and suitability.
- Negotiating and agreeing fees.
- Effective fixing and managing of criminal matters.
- Supporting members' professional development - practice reviews/guidance
- Business development initiatives, client relationship management.
Key Skills and Experience
- Experience gained as a criminal clerk/similar position within a barristers' chambers.
- Strong knowledge of criminal practice, court listing procedures and relevant funding arrangements (including legal aid).
- Confident fee negotiation skills and excellent commercial awareness.
- Highly organised, accurate and able to manage competing priorities under pressure.
- Professional, personable and credible, with the ability to build strong relationships with members and clients.
- A proactive team player with a commitment to delivering an outstanding service
To Apply:
Send your CV to GRL Legal.
Initial interviews for suitable candidates will be taking place immediately. Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 30th January 2026.
