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Legal Cashiering Assistant, 14 month FTC

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Kennedys

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Chelmsford

AI generated summary

  • 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.

Requirements

  • 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)

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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Legal Cashiering Assistant position?

The position is a 14-month fixed-term contract (FTC).

Where is the Legal Cashiering Assistant role based?

The role is based in Chelmsford.

What kind of experience is preferred for this position?

Previous experience within a Legal Finance department is preferred.

What are the main responsibilities of the Legal Cashiering Assistant?

The main responsibilities include supporting UK and Irish offices, processing day-to-day transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations, assisting with bank statement entries, and dealing with internal and external clients.

What skills are required for this role?

Required skills include strong IT skills (including Excel, Word, and Outlook), excellent attention to detail, flexibility and adaptability, and the ability to prioritize workload effectively.

Will I be required to work with international offices as part of this role?

Yes, you will assist various overseas offices, including Bermuda, Denmark, and France, ensuring compliance with the firm's policies and local regulations.

Is there room for career progression in this role?

While specific progression opportunities are not outlined, the role is part of a larger Finance team, providing potential for development within the department.

What is the working environment like in the Finance team?

The Finance team supports the firm globally, ensuring timely and accurate financial information and operational support, maintaining a high standard of service to both internal and external clients.

Do I need to have a specific educational background to apply?

The job description does not specify educational requirements, but relevant experience and skills are emphasized as important for candidates.

How should I apply for this position?

You should submit your application as directed in the job listing. If you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application, please let Kennedys know.

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

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1899
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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.