Head of Chamber at Eden Solutions and Resources

Job Description

The Head of Chambers is responsible for ensuring that all facets of Firm’s administration are effective and efficient. The Head of Chambers will be responsible for:

• Overseeing and developing the administrative processes and procedures that are necessary to deliver an efficient and professional support service to the firm’s staff team.
• Heading research department of the firm; vetting all processes, documents and all outgoing correspondences.
• All court processes, general litigation and corporate legal representation of clients. Interpreting laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Analysing the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
• All legal managerial roles in the chamber.
• Managing all lawyers in the chamber.
• Monitoring and keeping track of all pending matters.
• Interfacing between the managing partner and other lawyers in the chamber.
• Interfacing between the client and the organisation.
• Maintaining great communication and keeping the clients abreast.
• Getting feedback on all matters from lawyers and relaying to the clients.
• Receiving reports daily, weekly/ monthly from lawyers. Follow up on lawyers to go to court as at when due.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role must possess:

• A Law degree from a reputable university. 12 years minimum legal professional experience.
• Experience being responsible for the management of staff. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and influence others effectively at all levels within Chambers and with outside organisations.
• Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• A track record of effective leadership and delivery. Ability to work unsupervised, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Legal research expertise.
• Professional attitude and presentation, especially when representing the Chambers externally.
• Ability to build strong relationships and manage teams with clear targets, including demonstrable ability in acting as a leade