Location
London CTS Royal Courts of Justice, Strand, London, WC2A 2LL

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£63,343 - £70,725

About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer to work directly with the Chancellor of the High Court and other members of the senior judiciary. The Chancellor, the fifth most senior judge in England and Wales, presides over the Chancery Division of the High Court and holds day-to-day responsibility for the operation of the specialist Business and Property Courts, in consultation with the President of the King’s Bench Division. These courts underpin the UK’s position as a global leader in legal, financial, and insurance services. The Chancellor also presides in the Court of Appeal (Civil Division) and sits at first instance in the Business and Property Courts.

As the Chancellor’s lawyer, you will advise on the exercise of statutory powers and those delegated by the Lady Chief Justice. You will contribute to the development of policy, rules, and procedure; identify and advise on legal risks arising from civil justice policy and court reform; and assist with preparing lectures, speeches, and articles on legal and policy matters.

This high-profile role offers the opportunity to become a recognised and respected voice at the heart of the justice system. You will confidently advise senior judges responsible for civil justice, including the Master of the Rolls, the Deputy Head of Civil Justice, and the Vice-President of the Court of Appeal (Civil Division).

You will work with a large degree of autonomy, providing high-quality legal, strategic, and policy advice independently. Building strong working relationships with judiciary members at all levels, lawyers in senior judges’ private offices, and key officials across the civil justice system is essential.

There may be opportunities for travel within the UK and internationally to support judicial engagements such as conferences and court visits.

You will be a vital member of the Chancellor’s private office team, working closely with his Private Secretary to support his varied responsibilities. The private office is a small, friendly, and sociable team that thrives in a fast-paced and sometimes unpredictable environment, especially during judicial term time.

Experience
- Strong understanding of public law principles and constitutional law
- Sound understanding of civil procedure
- Proven analytical skills with the ability to produce timely, fit-for-purpose legal advice
- Effective communication skills, both written and oral, with minimal supervision
- Reliable legal judgment and appreciation of legal risk, able to identify and explain legal options and extract key issues
- Understanding of the role of an advisory lawyer
- Knowledge or experience of Chancery work is desirable but not essential

About you
- Confident in advising senior judiciary members
- Able to work independently and manage a varied workload
- Skilled at building strong professional relationships across the justice system
- Adaptable to a fast-paced and dynamic working environment

Qualifications
- Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales
- Hold a valid practising certificate or be able to obtain one