A Fantastic Opportunity to Join Chambers - Assistant Diary Manager

23rd March 2026

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Assistant Diary Manager to join a busy and well-regarded set of Chambers. This is a key role within the clerking team, supporting the Head Clerk and Senior Management Team in the effective management of Counsel’s practices, whilst ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the clerks’ room.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational ability, sound judgement, and the confidence to manage competing demands in a fast-paced professional environment. They will play an integral role in maintaining high service standards to both members of Chambers and professional clients.

Job Title: Assistant Diary Manager – Full Time Position

Reporting to: Head Clerk

Starting salary: £36,000 to £39,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Manchester

Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus Bank Holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Taking responsibility for the effective management of the Clerks’ inbox, ensuring enquiries are prioritised, allocated, and responded to appropriately
• Supporting and overseeing diary management, including advising on and resolving diary-related queries.
• Proactively managing Junior Counsel diaries, ensuring papers are received in a timely manner and that appropriate follow-up action is taken where necessary
• Assisting with the allocation and booking of hearings, conferences, and other professional commitments
• Representing Chambers at marketing and networking events, supporting business development initiatives
• Supporting Chambers cyber security framework, including all Information Technology
• Handling telephone enquiries with professionalism, providing clear and confident assistance to solicitors and other professional clients
• Managing the exchange and filing of Skeleton Arguments, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedures
• Providing direct support to the Senior Management Team and Head Clerk, including involvement in operational and strategic tasks as required

Key Skills and Experience

• Previous experience within a Barristers’ Chambers or a similar professional services environment, ideally within a clerking role
• Strong understanding of diary management, court procedures, and the demands of Counsel’s practices
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and manage competing demands
• Confident communicator, able to deal professionally with clients, Counsel, and court staff
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong IT proficiency, with the ability to engage with systems, databases, and external providers
• Ability to work independently, using initiative and sound judgement

Personal Attributes

• Professional, confident, and approachable
• Resilient and calm under pressure
• Proactive, with a solutions-focused mindset
• Strong team player with the ability to support and guide more junior colleagues where appropriate
• Committed to maintaining high standards of service and professionalism

Additional Information

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and motivated individual seeking to take the next step in their clerking career, with the opportunity to play a meaningful role in the ongoing success and development of Chambers.

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Equality and Diversity:

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities for all. We positively encourage applications from all sections of the community and operate an equal opportunities approach. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from a minority ethnic background, who are currently under-represented amongst our staff.

Please send a CV and covering letter to Matt Tudor at Matt.Tudor@byromstreet.com outlining your suitability for the role.

The closing date for applications will be the 2nd April 2026.

Interviews will take place the week commencing 20^th April 2026