At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team as a Legal PA, handling administration and bookkeeping in a legal environment.
- Company: Established legal practice in London with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Full training provided, competitive salary, and long-term career development opportunities.
- Other info: Comprehensive training and exposure to legal bookkeeping and compliance procedures.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in legal processes while developing your administrative and financial skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills; interest in finance; no prior legal experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Eclectic Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established legal practice seeking an organised and proactive Legal PA to join their team. This is a varied role combining PA, bookkeeping, administration, and operational support responsibilities within a professional legal environment.
This position would suit a highly organised individual with strong administrative skills and an interest in financial processes. Previous legal cashiering or SRA Accounts Rules experience is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
- Opening, maintaining, and organising client files using LEAP case management software
- Reviewing files regularly to identify matters suitable for closure and archiving
- Monitoring unbilled WIP and disbursements, producing reports and highlighting outstanding items requiring attention
- Assisting with billing administration and invoice preparation
- Booking travel, restaurants, and meeting rooms
Bookkeeping Responsibilities
- Managing bookkeeping entries and reconciliations
- Undertaking monthly bank reconciliations and three-way checks
- Supporting compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and internal procedures
- Monitoring receipts, payments, and account balances
- Processing partner expenses and expense claims through Xero
- Preparing VAT returns using Xero
- Assisting with improvements to internal systems and financial processes
- Coordinating the provision of equipment and laptops for staff and work experience placements
- Managing notifications and arrangements relating to overseas use of company mobile devices
- Processing inter-account transfers
- Supporting payroll-related payments
- Helping to develop efficient administrative and financial procedures across the firm
Confident using Microsoft Office and financial systems. Experience with Xero would be advantageous. Experience within a legal environment would be beneficial but is not essential. Comprehensive training and support will be provided, along with exposure to legal bookkeeping and compliance procedures. There is an opportunity to develop skills in legal cashiering and SRA Accounts Rules, as well as long-term career development opportunities.
Accounts Administrator - Financial Services employer: Eclectic Recruitment Ltd
Eclectic Recruitment offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in the heart of London, making it an excellent employer for those seeking a fulfilling career in financial services. With comprehensive training provided, employees can expect to grow their skills in legal bookkeeping and compliance while enjoying a culture that values organisation and proactivity. The firm promotes long-term career development opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the practice's success.
