Committee vacancies
Vacancies:
Barrister Member for the Law Reform Committee (two positions)
Barrister Member for the Ethics Committee (one position)
Barrister Member for the Legal Services Committee (eight positions)
Vacancy: Barrister Member for the Law Reform Committee (two positions)
We are looking for practising barristers to volunteer and fill two vacancies on our Law Reform Committee. We are particularly seeking one barrister with an immigration specialism, with the second position open to those with experience in Personal Injury or Public Law.
Applicants should demonstrate an interest in or experience of law reform and a desire to represent the Bar and support their fellow barristers.
The Committee leads in considering and developing proposals for law reform, including submitting views to the Government and others where appropriate. Its role also includes organising events and activities such as the Law Reform Lecture and Essay Competition.
The committee meet up to seven times a year and members are expected to take on an active, hands on role in the committee’s work.
How to apply
Committee Standing Orders
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If you would like to apply, please submit a short statement of no more than 200 words explaining why you’re the right candidate as well as your CV to: EB[email protected].
Application close date: Monday, 23 February 2026.
Vacancy: Barrister Member for the Ethics Committee (one position)
We are looking for a practising barrister to volunteer and fill one vacancy on our Ethics Committee. We are particularly seeking one barrister with expertise in family law. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in, or experience of professional ethics and a desire to support their fellow barristers.
The Committee leads in reviewing the rules and guidance governing practice as a barrister, developing and responding to proposals from the BSB, assisting the Bar and other representative committees on issues of professional conduct and ethics and overseeing the work of the ethical enquiries service.
The Committee meets up to six times a year and reports directly to the Bar Council's General Management Committee.
How to apply
Committee Standing Orders
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If you would like to apply, please submit a short statement of no more than 200 words explaining why you’re the right candidate as well as your CV to: [email protected]
Application close date: Monday, 9 March 2026.
Vacancy: Member for the International Trade Working Group (three positions)
We are looking for barristers and/or chambers professionals with relevant interest and expertise to join our International Trade Working Group (ITWG).
This panel supports the Bar Council's international engagement by inquiring into questions of international trade and market access, as well as identifying opportunities for the Bar in new or underexplored markets. Meeting four times a year, the ITWG provides expert advice and recommendations to the International and European Committees as well as Bar Council leadership.
Appointments are typically for a minimum of three years and are subject to annual review, based on satisfactory engagement and contribution to the ITWG's work. Members are expected to take an active, hands-on role in the ITWG's work, which includes progressing tasks outside of meetings and actively participating in subgroup activities.
We welcome expressions of interest from barristers and chambers professionals with relevant interest and expertise who are willing to dedicate their time and insight to support the Bar Council's international work.
How to apply
If you would like to apply, please submit a short statement of no more than 200 words explaining why you're the right candidate as well as your CV to [email protected].
Application close date: Wednesday, 11 March 2026.
Vacancy: Barrister Member for the Legal Services Committee (eight positions)
We are looking for practising barristers to volunteer to fill eight vacancies in our Legal Services Committee. We are seeking to recruit barristers with specialisms in:
- Criminal law (two vacancies)
- Public law (two vacancies)
- Commercial law (two vacancies)
- Personal injury (two vacancies)
Applicants should be able to demonstrate an interest in the administration of justice and a desire to represent the Bar and support their fellow barristers.
The Committee leads on reviewing the development of the work of the Bar, considering matters affecting the administration of justice, and maintaining relations with the government on the administration of justice.
Recently, members of the committee have had the opportunity to:
- Be involved in the Court of Appeal intervention in the case of XGY v Chief Constable of Sussex Police & Crown Prosecution Service [2025] EWCA Civ 1230
- Act as the Bar Council’s representative in relevant working groups, such as the Civil Justice Council work on the pre-action protocol and the use of artificial intelligence in preparing court documents; the Crown Court Improvement Group; the Independent Review of the Criminal Courts; and the Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences
- Give evidence before the House of Lords Public Services Committee
- Respond to consultations from stakeholders.
The committee meets seven times a year and members are expected to take on an active hands-on role in the committee’s work, which includes attending committee meetings, progressing tasks outside of meetings, and actively participating in sub-group meetings.
We welcome expressions of interest from barristers who are willing to dedicate their time and expertise to support the Bar Council’s legal services work.
How to apply
Committee Standing Orders
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If you would like to apply, please submit a short statement of no more than 200 words explaining why you’re the right candidate as well as your CV to: [email protected].
Application close date: Monday, 23 March 2026.