Probationary Tenancy Opportunity – October 2025

Harcourt Chambers invites applications for a Probationary Tenancy starting in October 2025 at our London premises at 2 Harcourt Buildings, Temple, EC4Y 9DB.

We have one vacancy available, and are particularly interested in applicants who have a strong interest in family finance work, although the successful candidate will undertake work across all areas of family law.

Key Information:

• Start Date: October 2025
• Length of Tenancy: 6 months
• Level of Guaranteed Earnings: £12,102 (Probationary tenants can expect to earn significantly more in practice)
• Closing Date for Applications: 11 August 2025
• Interview Notifications: Candidates will be notified by 18 August 2025
• Interviews: Likely to be held during the last two weeks of August 2025

How to Apply:

Applications should be sent by email to mmolloy@harcourtchambers.co.uk and must include:

• A covering letter addressing:
  • Why you are seeking a probationary tenancy at Harcourt
  • Why you are interested in a finance practice
  • An example of when you demonstrated good advocacy skills
  • An example of when you demonstrated good client care
• A CV including:
  • Academic record from A-level (or equivalent) onward
  • Legal and non-legal work experience
  • Voluntary work prior to pupillage
  • Details of pupillage work to date, including any talks, webinars, research, or writing
• A sample of written work (no more than 4 pages, suitably anonymised)

If selected for interview, you will be asked to provide two references, one of which should be from a former pupil supervisor.

About Harcourt Chambers:

Harcourt is a thriving and progressive family law set with a strong record of attracting and developing exceptional legal talent. We are home to six leading family law silks, with a further two silks as door tenants.

With premises in both London and Oxford, we serve a wide geographical area—including London, the South East, the Midlands, and beyond—offering opportunities for a diverse and rewarding practice.

Probationary tenants are fully integrated into Chambers life, participating in both professional development and social events. Each probationary tenant will be assigned a mentor, and full tenancy will be considered after a progress review at the five-month mark.

Commitment to Diversity:

Harcourt Chambers is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair selection process. Our Equality and Diversity Policy is available on our website.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking candidates who:

• Have a consistently strong academic record
• Show clear potential for excellence at the family Bar
• Possess strong advocacy, communication, and drafting skills
• Have a demonstrable interest or experience in family law, particularly finance work
• Are committed to building a successful and collaborative practice within Chambers

If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact mmolloy@harcourtchambers.co.uk.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Related areas

• Financial Remedies