Large

Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services, particularly in the insurance/reinsurance and liability sectors. With over 2,150 people worldwide across 41 offices in the UK and Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas, we have some of the most respected legal minds in their fields.

We act for insurers, reinsurers, Lloyd’s Syndicates, public bodies and corporates. Our deep sector knowledge means that we understand the impact of proposed regulations and advise our clients on the implications this will have on their business. Every day we make a difference for our clients.

Kennedys

A global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services.

You should be adaptable, detail-oriented, committed to high standards, proficient in IT (Excel, Word, Outlook), able to prioritize effectively, and ideally have legal finance experience.

You will process transactions, ensure compliance with regulations, review bank statements, handle payments, and assist clients professionally across multiple offices.

Legal

Chelmsford

<div>Kennedys is looking for a Legal Cashiering Assistant to join our Financial Operations team based in Chelmsford. The successful Legal Cashiering Assistant will contribute to the effectiveness of the Finance department by providing a comprehensive and efficient service to internal and external clients in order that the business objectives of the firm and the department are achieved.

Team

Kennedys Finance team support the firm globally producing timely and accurate financial and management information, reporting solutions and operational support to maintain the high standard of service offered to the firm's internal and external clients. 


Our Finance team is made up of Financial Control, Financial Planning and Reporting, Management Accountants, Credit Control, Legal Cashiers and Billers and Financial Operations Database teams.

Our UK Finance team is based in Chelmsford and London and have a presence in eight global offices.

Key responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Support UK (including Scotland and Northern Ireland) and Irish offices, ensuring compliance with firm's policy and SRA or jurisdictional Law Society accounts rules and regulations at all times</li>
<li>Accurate and timely process of day to day transactions through firm's office and client accounts, including enter/authorise payments on the banking system, post payments/receipts and register disbursement vouchers</li>
<li>Support various overseas offices including but not limited to Bermuda, Denmark &amp; France ensuring compliance with firm's policy and local Bar Association accounts rules and regulations at all times</li>
<li>Assist with daily review/allocation of bank statement entries and outstanding unidentified receipts</li>
<li>Assist with dealing with all internal and external clients in a timely professional, polite and proactive manner.</li> 
</ul>
Required experience
<ul>
<li>Flexible and adaptable to deal with changing requirements, able to balance competing priorities</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail</li>
<li>Commitment to delivering a procession service to the highest standards</li>
<li>Strong IT skills including Excel, Work &amp; Outlook</li>
<li>Ability to prioritise own workload and achieve deadlines</li>
<li>Previous experience within a Legal Finance department (preferred)</li>
</ul>
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
<ul><li>where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.</li></ul></div>

Kennedys is looking for a Legal Cashiering Assistant to join our Financial Operations team based in Chelmsford. The successful Legal Cashiering Assistant will contribute to the effectiveness of the Finance department by providing a comprehensive and efficient service to internal and external clients in order that the business objectives of the firm and the department are achieved.

Team

Kennedys Finance team support the firm globally producing timely and accurate financial and management information, reporting solutions and operational support to maintain the high standard of service offered to the firm's internal and external clients.


Our Finance team is made up of Financial Control, Financial Planning and Reporting, Management Accountants, Credit Control, Legal Cashiers and Billers and Financial Operations Database teams.

Our UK Finance team is based in Chelmsford and London and have a presence in eight global offices.

Key responsibilities

Support UK (including Scotland and Northern Ireland) and Irish offices, ensuring compliance with firm's policy and SRA or jurisdictional Law Society accounts rules and regulations at all times
Accurate and timely process of day to day transactions through firm's office and client accounts, including enter/authorise payments on the banking system, post payments/receipts and register disbursement vouchers
Support various overseas offices including but not limited to Bermuda, Denmark & France ensuring compliance with firm's policy and local Bar Association accounts rules and regulations at all times
Assist with daily review/allocation of bank statement entries and outstanding unidentified receipts
Assist with dealing with all internal and external clients in a timely professional, polite and proactive manner.

Required experience

Flexible and adaptable to deal with changing requirements, able to balance competing priorities
Excellent attention to detail
Commitment to delivering a procession service to the highest standards
Strong IT skills including Excel, Work & Outlook
Ability to prioritise own workload and achieve deadlines
Previous experience within a Legal Finance department (preferred)

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Legal Cashiering Assistant, 14 month FTC - Kennedys

Legal Cashiering Assistant, 14 month FTC

You should have relevant legal experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to support complex legal matters. Details may vary, so review the full posting for more specifics.

You will oversee legal strategies, manage compliance issues, provide legal advice, lead negotiations, and ensure adherence to regulations while supporting various business operations.

People, HR & Administration

Manchester

<div>Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
<ul><li>where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.</li></ul></div>

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Legal Director - Kennedys

Legal Director

You need admin experience in a professional environment, strong communication skills, organizational ability, discretion, proficiency in Word and Excel, and excellent attention to detail.

You will support the Risk & Compliance team by handling queries, assigning tasks, managing files, and ensuring the confidentiality of documents.

London

<div>Kennedys is looking for a Risk &amp; Compliance Administrator to join our Risk &amp; Compliance team in London who provide expert information, advice and guidance to the Firm on professional responsibility, risk and compliance issues.

Team

Kennedys Risk &amp; Compliance team handles a wide range of partnership and risk and compliance issues for the firm and acts as an in-house legal department assisting with regulatory and professional conduct enquiries.

Key responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Provide administrative support to the Risk &amp; Compliance team</li>
<li>Assist with internal queries relating to tenders, R&amp;C policies and procedures</li>
<li>Assign tasks from the helpdesk to relevant members of the department</li>
<li>Open and close files and maintain electronic filing</li>
<li>Ensure the safe handling/storage of all confidential documents sent to the department.</li>
</ul>
Required experience
<ul>
<li>Previous experience as an administrator in a professional services environment</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal</li>
<li>Proven organisational skills with a proactive attitude</li>
<li>Proven ability to deal with confidential matters with discretion</li>
<li>A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail.</li>
</ul>
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
<ul><li>where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.</li></ul></div>

Kennedys is looking for a Risk & Compliance Administrator to join our Risk & Compliance team in London who provide expert information, advice and guidance to the Firm on professional responsibility, risk and compliance issues.

Team

Kennedys Risk & Compliance team handles a wide range of partnership and risk and compliance issues for the firm and acts as an in-house legal department assisting with regulatory and professional conduct enquiries.

Key responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Risk & Compliance team
Assist with internal queries relating to tenders, R&C policies and procedures
Assign tasks from the helpdesk to relevant members of the department
Open and close files and maintain electronic filing
Ensure the safe handling/storage of all confidential documents sent to the department.

Required experience

Previous experience as an administrator in a professional services environment
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Proven organisational skills with a proactive attitude
Proven ability to deal with confidential matters with discretion
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent attention to detail.

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Risk Operations Administrator - Kennedys

Risk Operations Administrator

You must have prior legal secretarial experience, fast and accurate touch typing skills, proficiency in MS Office, and knowledge of case management systems.

You will prioritize tasks, learn team practices, record messages promptly, and professionally assist clients both via phone and in person.

Healthcare

Birmingham

<div>Kennedys is looking for a Legal Secretary to join our Healthcare team based in Birmingham.

Team

Kennedys Healthcare division advise the NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and medical malpractice insurers of private hospitals, clinics and practitioners on EL/PL and clinical negligence claims. The team advise on medical insurance coverage, health law advice, and regulatory matters and represent clients at inquests and judicial reviews. The team have a presence across our London, Cambridge, Birmingham, Sheffield, Newcastle and some of our global offices.

Key responsibilities
<ul><li>Manage and prioritise tasks according to urgency for fee earning team</li>
<li>Seek to develop knowledge of the team practice area, learning how it operates</li>
<li>Take and record accurate messages and pass on to the appropriate person and without unnecessary delay</li>
<li>Attend to clients both on the telephone and in person in a professional manner</li>
</ul>
Required experience
<ul>
<li>Previous legal secretarial experience</li>
<li>Fast and accurate touch typing skills</li>
<li>Proficient in MS Office packages</li>
<li>Knowledge of case management systems.</li>
</ul>
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
<ul><li>where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.</li></ul></div>

Kennedys is looking for a Legal Secretary to join our Healthcare team based in Birmingham.

Team

Kennedys Healthcare division advise the NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and medical malpractice insurers of private hospitals, clinics and practitioners on EL/PL and clinical negligence claims. The team advise on medical insurance coverage, health law advice, and regulatory matters and represent clients at inquests and judicial reviews. The team have a presence across our London, Cambridge, Birmingham, Sheffield, Newcastle and some of our global offices.

Key responsibilities
Manage and prioritise tasks according to urgency for fee earning team
Seek to develop knowledge of the team practice area, learning how it operates
Take and record accurate messages and pass on to the appropriate person and without unnecessary delay
Attend to clients both on the telephone and in person in a professional manner

Required experience

Previous legal secretarial experience
Fast and accurate touch typing skills
Proficient in MS Office packages
Knowledge of case management systems.

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Legal Secretary - Kennedys

Legal Secretary

You need 1+ years in defendant personal injury claims at a law firm, experience with fast-track and DCP claims, plus client contact skills.

You will manage complex cases, collaborate with clients and teams, support personal injury claims, ensure compliance, communicate with stakeholders, and enhance your legal expertise through training.

Leeds

<div>Kennedys is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant/Executive to join our growing Disease team. Due to significant organic growth within this practice area we are looking for an experienced candidate to join the team in our Sheffield, Manchester or Leeds offices. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team that is dedicated to providing top-tier legal services. As a member of our Disease team, you will play a crucial role in managing a diverse and high-quality caseload, working on complex and high-profile cases that will challenge and develop your legal expertise. Our team is known for its collaborative approach and commitment to delivering innovative solutions to our clients.

Team

Our national practice services personal injury claims from seven office locations across the UK. We act on complex and high-profile cases, led by experienced Partners recognised as market leaders in this sector. We are often instructed on UK cases requiring cross-border quantum investigations via our international offices.

We avoid unnecessary lawyering and are focused on working in partnership with our clients and delivering modern solutions, including our in-house R&amp;D capability and award-winning product suite of technological and process innovations.
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Clients</h2>
<ul><li>Insurers</li>
<li>Corporates</li>
<li>TPA's</li>
<li>Brokers</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Cases</h2>
<ul><li>Asbestos</li>
<li>Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)</li>
<li>Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)</li>
<li>Employer's Liability/Public Liability (EL/PL</li>
</ul>
Required experience
<ul>
<li>1+ years' experience of defendant personal injury claims gained within a law firm.*</li>
<li>Track record of capably handling a caseload of fast-track and DCP claims</li>
<li>Experience of client contact</li>
</ul>
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
<ul><li>where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.</li></ul></div>

Kennedys is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant/Executive to join our growing Disease team. Due to significant organic growth within this practice area we are looking for an experienced candidate to join the team in our Sheffield, Manchester or Leeds offices. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team that is dedicated to providing top-tier legal services. As a member of our Disease team, you will play a crucial role in managing a diverse and high-quality caseload, working on complex and high-profile cases that will challenge and develop your legal expertise. Our team is known for its collaborative approach and commitment to delivering innovative solutions to our clients.

Team

Our national practice services personal injury claims from seven office locations across the UK. We act on complex and high-profile cases, led by experienced Partners recognised as market leaders in this sector. We are often instructed on UK cases requiring cross-border quantum investigations via our international offices.

We avoid unnecessary lawyering and are focused on working in partnership with our clients and delivering modern solutions, including our in-house R&D capability and award-winning product suite of technological and process innovations.

Clients
Insurers
Corporates
TPA's
Brokers
Cases
Asbestos
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)
Employer's Liability/Public Liability (EL/PL

Required experience

1+ years' experience of defendant personal injury claims gained within a law firm.*
Track record of capably handling a caseload of fast-track and DCP claims
Experience of client contact

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

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