Job Description

We are responsible for setting education and training requirements, setting standards, authorizing organizations, monitoring the service provided, and handling complaints. Barristers work at the heart of our justice system so the BSB’s mission is fundamentally important to the maintenance of the rule of law.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment undertaking a variety of tasks. We are seeking a hardworking and proactive Administrator (Investigation and Enforcement) with strong administrative skills to provide a wide range of effective administrative support to the team. The successful candidate will be required to undertake tasks on a day to day basis which will involve organizing hearing dates, preparation and distribution of Tribunal hearing bundles, preparing correspondence and drafting letters. Other tasks include maintaining manual and electronic records, updating databases and handling enquiries from internal and external bodies by telephone, letter and email.
In return the Bar Standards Board offers excellent terms and conditions of employment, including:

• Up to 31 days annual leave
• Up to 12% employer’s pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Life cover, and more

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent IT, communication and organizational skills are essential as is the ability to work under pressure and demonstrate a close attention to detail. The successful candidate will be able to use their initiative and be proactive in providing dependable administrative support. Education to a minimum GCSE Math and English (or equivalent) standard is desirable as is knowledge of the legal profession. Demonstrable experience of supporting similar regulatory or legal processes would be an advantage.