Job Description
Legal Finance Assistant – Leading Law Firm | 6 Month Fixed Term Contract\n\nLocation: Manchester | Competitive Salary + Benefits\n\nWe are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded law firm to recruit a\n \n Legal Finance Assistant\n \n to join their collaborative and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role within the finance function, supporting fee earners to ensure all financial processes are handled accurately and efficiently in line with SRA regulations.\n\nThe Role:\n\nAs the Legal Finance Assistant, you will play a vital part in the day-to-day financial operations of the firm, working closely with fee earners and other internal departments. Key responsibilities include:\n\nSupporting the finance aspects of the firm’s case management system\n\nInvestigating and analysing file balances to support timely and informed file closure\n\nLiaising effectively with fee earners and internal teams to ensure smooth financial processes\n\nRaising payment requests with the Accounts Team\n\nGenerating bills and processing write-offs\n\nManaging the closure of files in accordance with internal procedures\n\nAbout You:\n\nOur client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a background in legal finance or a similar role.
Ideally, you will bring:\n\nPrevious experience in a legal cashier role or within the legal sector\n\nA strong understanding of the SRA Accounts Rules\n\nFamiliarity with the conveyancing process (advantageous but not essential)\n\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a professional, forward-thinking firm that values its people and provides opportunities for development.\n\nInterested?\n\nIf you're ready to take the next step in your legal finance career and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please get in touch. We’d love to hear from you