Role: Legal Aid Administrator
Location: Lincoln (other Lincolnshire offices may be considered)
Salary: Competitive, based on level of experience
Hours: 9:00am – 5.15pm, Monday to Friday
Benefits:
- Competitive annual leave entitlement and sickness cover
- Life Assurance at 3x annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling services, 24/7 GP appointments (telephone and video), physiotherapy, medical cashback benefits, and discounts on retail, leisure and travel purchases
- Training and career development opportunities
About the role:
We are looking for a highly organised and detail oriented Legal Aid Administrator to join our Family Department.
As part of a supportive team, you will work closely with lawyers, legal support staff and external organisations to help manage the funding and administration of legally aided family matters. From reviewing funding certificates and monitoring costs to processing payments and maintaining accurate records, you will play an important role in ensuring matters progress smoothly and comply with Legal Aid Agency requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop specialist knowledge of family legal aid. Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.
About you:
You will be proactive, highly organised and comfortable managing a varied workload. You will also have:
- Strong numerical skills, supported by GCSEs (Grade 5-9/A*-C or equivalent) in Maths and English;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
- Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications;
- A methodical approach and high level of accuracy;
- The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Working at Sills & Betteridge:
Join our award-winning Family Law team, who have previously been recognised as Children Law Team of the Year (National) and Family Law Firm of the Year (Midlands & Wales). In the Legal 500, a major international legal directory that researches and ranks law firms, our Family Law team are extremely proud to be ranked in the Top Tier in the East Midlands and Tier 2 in Yorkshire, with many of our lawyers individually recognised.
You will work alongside some of the region’s finest family lawyers in a department with a reputation for excellence and meaningful client care, in a close-knit, supportive environment, where collaboration and compassion underpin everything we do.
To find out more of what life is like at Sills & Betteridge including our benefits visit our Working at Sills & Betteridge | Sills & Betteridge Solicitors page.
Legal Aid Administrator in Lincoln employer: Sills & Betteridge Solicitors
Sills & Betteridge LLP is an esteemed regional law firm located in Lincoln, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Criminal Solicitors and Legal Executives. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from generous annual leave, life assurance, and access to comprehensive health and wellness programmes. The firm's dedication to integrity and client care, combined with its reputation for excellence, makes it an outstanding employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in law.
Contact Details:
Sills & Betteridge Solicitors Recruitment Team
