Legal Cashier
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30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Legal Cashier (12-month FTC)
Salary: 40000
Location: Central London
Our leading law firm client is recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Cashier for a 12-month fixed-term contract within their Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded law firm known for its collaborative culture and high-quality client service supporting the smooth running of financial operations during a key period of system transition.
Responsibilities:
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Handling both domestic and international payment processes using the firms finance systems (currently PMS moving to 3E) often to tight deadlines.
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Monitoring a suspense account linked to property-related transactions and ensuring accurate internal recharge.
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Managing a shared finance inbox responding promptly and professionally to internal queries and requests.
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Keeping track of funds received from clients and matching them to relevant internal records.
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Posting client receipts and reconciling them against outstanding invoices.
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Arranging transfers between client and office accounts to settle invoices in line with regulatory requirements.
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Offering support and guidance to colleagues across the firm on finance-related matters.
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Maintaining regular communication with banking partners to ensure smooth operations.
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Managing short-term investments of client funds in line with internal processes.
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Calculating interest owed to clients where appropriate.
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Updating daily logs of balances held in client accounts.
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Assisting teammates by stepping in to provide cover when needed.
Ideal Background & Skills:
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Previous experience working in a finance or cashiering capacity within a legal setting.
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Solid understanding of the regulatory framework that governs legal financial practices in England & Wales.
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Confident in handling technical aspects of law firm accounting.
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Clear and effective communicator able to work with stakeholders at all levels.
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Stays calm and focused under pressure especially during peak times.
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Adaptable and willing to flex to support the teams and firms changing needs.
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Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Familiarity with the 3E finance platform is beneficial but not essential.
Key Skills
- Administrative Law
- Intellectual Property
- Employment Law
- Advocacy
- Legal Research
- Contract Law
- Criminal Cases
- Legal procedures
- Law
- Legal Operations
- Private Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Federal Courts
- Labor Law
- Arbitration Law
