All Locations
Leeds
Position
Local Government Management
Salary Details:
Depending on experience
Contract Type:
Permanent
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time

About your new role

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Our Local Government Casualty team provides a full, expert service in defending public (PL) and employers' liability (EL) claims, across the public sector.  Weightmans' team is second-to-none in providing defendant litigation services in these and other specialist Local Government Casualty areas. We operate on a national basis with dedicated public sector teams.
 
As a Senior Administration Assistant you will be report to your Team Manager and you will play an integral role in the efficient running of the team. You will assist the case handlers in the team with all finance related actions and liaise with the relevant person in the Finance team to ensure this is completed efficiently. Other tasks which you will be responsible for include:
  • MI completion and reporting
  • Closing files
  • Liaising with all relevant stakeholders (CRP, Team Manager, Finance etc.) regarding aged debt
  • Dealing with Client balances
  • Processing write-offs as part of the billing process
  • Completing billing pro-formas
  • Pushing forward with billing where appropriate
  • Training other members of the support team as necessary.

This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role. As a Senior Administration Assistant you will also ensure you comply with the relevant Weightmans and client policies and procedures, and consistently work in accordance with our values.

 

 

About You

You will be an experienced Administration Assistant with strong numeracy and MI skills. As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks. We are also looking for you to have:

  • Excellent IT skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organisation skills
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritise
  • Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Why work for us

Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter.  

Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities.

Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.

Why work for us? Take a look: Work for Weightmans: voted a top employer | Weightmans

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We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to reach their full potential. Our people-first culture is at the heart of everything we do, making Weightmans a place where you can develop your career and thrive.

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