Written 29th September 2025 by Olliers Solicitors
Location: Manchester Office, 44 Peter Street, Manchester, M2 5GP
Job Type: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 Office Based
Contract: Permanent (probationary period applies)
About Olliers
Olliers is one of the UK’s leading criminal defence and regulatory law firms, specialising in the defence of individuals, businesses and organisations across a broad range of corporate and financial crime, regulatory offences, serious crime and sexual offences. We also represent clients in professional discipline matters, inquests and public inquiries.
We are ranked as a “Top Tier” defence & regulatory firm by the Legal 500 and Chambers Guide. In 2025, we won Crime Team of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards for the eighth time and are recognised as a Times Best Law Firm 2025.
The role
Due to continued growth and success, we are seeking an efficient and enthusiastic Legal Cashier to join our busy accounts team at our Manchester office.
You will work closely with the Head of Accounts and a senior cashier, with additional support from the Senior Management Team.
The role also includes responsibility for billing Legal Aid police station files and making the necessary ledger postings (full training provided; experience in this area preferred but not essential).
Key Responsibilities
Daily Tasks:
- Use of the firm’s case management and accounts system for all postings to client and office accounts
- Communicating with clients and fee earners regarding outstanding and received payments
- Posting invoices and processing both client and office disbursements
- Managing the accounts team mailbox and responding to queries
- Daily bank reconciliations and handling card machine payments
- Credit control and posting monies onto ledgers
- Archiving and general accounts administration
Criminal Billing:
- Billing Police Station cases (up to two days per week)
- Posting mileage, checking accuracy of time claimed, uploading bills to the LAA portal
- Making necessary ledger postings
Other Duties:
- Operating within the firm’s policies and procedures
- Contributing to the improvement and development of procedures
- Undertaking other tasks as required by the role.
Candidate Requirements (Preferential, Not Essential)
We welcome applications from candidates who meet some or all of the following criteria, but we are also open to considering individuals who demonstrate a willingness to learn, be guided by our senior leadership team, and progress with the professional development opportunity detailed below:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Legal Cashier (essential)
- Broad experience in financial and accounting teams
- Working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365
- Highly organised, efficient, and able to work both independently and as part of a small team
- Strong academic results in maths and English (preferential)
- Flexible, proactive, and able to use initiative
Training Support:
Full training and ongoing support will be provided by our experienced team, ensuring you have the guidance and resources needed to succeed and develop your career with Olliers.
If you are enthusiastic about developing your skills and building your career with Olliers, we encourage you to apply.
Professional Development Opportunity
As part of our commitment to supporting career progression and professional development, Olliers Solicitors is pleased to offer the opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake the ILFM Diploma qualification in Legal Finance Management. This industry-recognised qualification, provided by the Institute of Legal Finance & Management (ILFM), is designed to enhance your expertise and enable you to grow and advance your career as a valuedmember of our team.
Benefits
- Company pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Wellbeing initiative with frequent social and charitable activities
How to Apply
Please send your cover letter and CV to staceymabrouk@olliers.com.
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