Barristers' clerk | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Barristers' clerks deal with the admin in barristers' offices and organise the barristers' workload.

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Prepare and issue orders of the court, such as probation orders, release documentation, sentencing information, or summonses.
Prepare dockets or calendars of cases to be called, using typewriters or computers.
Record case dispositions, court orders, or arrangements made for payment of court fees.
Prepare documents recording the

Prepare and issue orders of the court, such as probation orders, release documentation, sentencing information, or summonses.
Prepare dockets or calendars of cases to be called, using typewriters or computers.
Record case dispositions, court orders, or arrangements made for payment of court fees.
Prepare documents recording the outcomes of court proceedings.
Examine legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws or court procedures.
Perform administrative tasks, such as answering telephone calls, filing court documents, or maintaining office supplies or equipment.
Search files and contact witnesses, attorneys, or litigants to obtain information for the court.
Answer inquiries from the general public regarding judicial procedures, court appearances, trial dates, adjournments, outstanding warrants, summonses, subpoenas, witness fees, or payment of fines.
Instruct parties about timing of court appearances.
Explain procedures or forms to parties in cases or to the general public.
Record court proceedings, using recording equipment, or record minutes of court proceedings, using stenotype machines or shorthand.
Follow procedures to secure courtrooms or exhibits, such as money, drugs, or weapons.
Read charges and related information to the court and, if necessary, record defendants' pleas.
Swear in jury members, interpreters, witnesses, or defendants.
Conduct roll calls and poll jurors.
Collect court fees or fines and record amounts collected.
Prepare and mark applicable court exhibits or evidence.
Amend indictments when necessary and endorse indictments with pertinent information.
Meet with judges, lawyers, parole officers, police, or social agency officials to coordinate the functions of the court.
Prepare staff schedules.
Direct support staff in handling of paperwork processed by clerks' offices.
Prepare courtrooms with paper, pens, water, easels, or electronic equipment and ensure that recording equipment is working.
Open courts, calling them to order, and announcing judges.

Average salary
34,165 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Barristers' clerk

35,058 GBP
33,788 GBP

Average salary for full-time Barristers' clerk

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34,165 GBP
33,788 GBP
35,058 GBP

Salary over time for Barristers' clerk

Salary for this role has increased over time

35,205 GBP
31,629 GBP
30,818 GBP
32,994 GBP
36,385 GBP
38,105 GBP
34,165 GBP
31,707 GBP
35,142 GBP

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Future outlook for Barristers' clerks

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64 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

0% yearly wage growth (on average)

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Barristers' clerk and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

78% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
11% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree
10% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent

Many firms will look for A level or equivalent qualifications.

Doing a college course like a Level 3 Diploma in Providing Legal Services could help you to prepare for this job.

You'll need:

excellent verbal communication skills
excellent written communication skills
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
knowledge of English language
administration skills
the ability to work well with others
legal knowledge including court procedures and government regulations
the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

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Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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