Job Description

Legal Cashiering Manager

Location:

Altrincham, WA14 5UW (full-time office based for initial 3 months,

hybrid

thereafter, 2 office, 3 WFH)

Salary:

42-55k DOE

Start date:

ASAP (flexible)

Contract:

Permanent, Full-time

PLS is one of the UK's fastest-growing conveyancing law firms, with a reputation for innovation, technology-led solutions and excellent service. As we continue to scale, we're now looking for an experienced

Legal Cashiering Manager

to join our Finance team.

This is a newly created role, reporting directly to our CFO and working closely with our CRO, COFA, and FC. You'll take ownership of our Legal Cashiering function, managing a team of seven, and ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules while driving process improvements across the department.

The role

As Legal Cashiering Manager, you'll:

Lead and manage a team of Legal Cashiers, carrying out 1:1s, appraisals and training. Oversee day-to-day workflows, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on time. Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules, Cyber Security and Anti-Money Laundering regulations. Maintain accurate daily bank reconciliations. Support the reconciliation and closure of all client balances. Review, document and improve cashiering processes and procedures. Monitor compliance, escalating issues where necessary. Assist the COFA with audits, reporting, and any regulatory requirements. Work on projects such as MI reporting improvements, system enhancements, and supporting offshore resource as the business grows.
This role is a 50/50 mix of

hands-on cashiering

and

team leadership

, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both operational work and developing people.

About you

We're looking for someone who:

Has

at least 3 years' experience managing

a Legal Cashiering function. Experience in the

legal sector

is essential - experience in

conveyancing

specifically is highly desirable. Possesses strong working knowledge of the

Solicitors Accounts Rules

, with exposure to

SRA audits

. Is

adaptable

in their leadership style, able to coach and support both junior and experienced team members. Thrives in a

fast-paced, friendly, and collaborative

environment. Has a

continuous improvement mindset

, with the confidence to suggest and implement new processes. Experience with Proclaim is highly advantageous but not essential.

Why join PLS?

A

newly created leadership role

with the scope to make a

real impact

. Direct exposure to

senior leadership

, working closely with the CFO, CRO, COFA and FC. Part of a

tech-led, forward-thinking

law firm that is

scaling rapidly

.

Hybrid

working - 2 days per week in our Altrincham Head Office, 3 days WFH.

Competitive salary

of 42,000 - 55,000 DOE plus benefits.

Opportunity to develop

as the firm continues to grow, including future involvement with offshore resources.

Ready to take the lead and make your mark? Apply now and join us in shaping the future of cashiering at PLS.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 42,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Application question(s):

What is your current notice period/availability to start?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Altrincham WA14 5UW

Reference ID: FI01