Clerk to Her Majesty's Judges Royal Courts of Justice HM Courts & Tribunals Service

Salary £24007 to £28000 Closing date: 5th July 2011 at 23:59
The purpose of the Judge’s Clerk is to provide first line support for an Appeal Court or High Court Judge, in London and on Circuit, by identifying ways of ensuring best use of the judge's time to enable the judge to concentrate on the delivery of justice. The Judge’s Clerk will advise and guide the judge and other members of the judiciary on aspects of court and ceremonial procedure both in London and on Circuit (obtaining information from other sources as necessary), and ensure that the judge is in the right place, at the right time, wearing the appropriate dress and with the appropriate papers (this includes court sittings and other business events/meetings).
Using your organisational skills you will be expected to efficiently manage all aspects of your Judge’s day. You will be required to make decisions regarding changing priorities as they occur, often without reference to the Judge, and to work on your own initiative. In many instances you will be the first point of contact between your Judge and others. The need for confidentiality, tact, courtesy and diplomacy is therefore paramount. More information & to apply