Job Description

Please note we cannot offer sponsorship.

Peter Edwards Law is an award winning practice and we are one of the few highly specialised firms in the UK to work exclusively in the areas of mental capacity and mental health law. We are very proud of our dedicated and highly competent motivated team.

Due to continued growth we have an exciting opportunity to join our highly regarded established niche firm based in Hoylake within our Administration department.

We are seeking a billing clerk to work with our Court of Protection department to deal with the management and administration of our costs and billing process.

General role

To provide cost-effective administration and support to the COP department.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Good academic results, particularly in English and Maths.

Previous legal experience and knowledge of Legal Aid funding are advantageous.

Previous experience in a billing/costs role is advantageous.

Previous experience with CCMS is advantageous.

A pleasant yet assertive and confident manner.

Ability to work independently while also providing support to a team.

Effective skills in both verbal and written communication.

Strong personal efficiency alongside excellent organisational capabilities.

Thorough, pragmatic approach with excellent attention to detail.

Proactive and self-starter

Competent in the use of information technology

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Auditing files prepared for billing, including Work in Progress (WIP) and disbursements.

Checking and preparing files before submission to the Costs Draftsman.

Liaising with Chambers to obtain CF1As.

Conducting routine administrative tasks, including the production of documents.

Maintaining diligent checks to ensure all deadlines are adhered to.

Ensure all relevant files are kept in good order.

Dealing with queries on billing files

Potentially assisting with the calculation and preparation of legal help and CLR matters, assisting with monthly bulk load.

To undertake any specific training as required and to take responsibility for one's own self-development.

To ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information.

To maintain high standards in the processing of work

The list of duties is not exhaustive, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives.

Work Remotely

No
Interested applicants should submit their current CV and a covering letter to catherinetuohy@peteredwardslaw.com to tell us more on why you are interested in this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person