Job Description

LEGAL CASHIER

Location: Cardiff, Bridgend, Swansea or Carmarthen

Contract: Permanent

Are you detail-driven, financially savvy, and looking to be part of a values-led team in a thriving legal practice? At Redkite Solicitors, we're proud of our long-standing history and excited about our bold future. We're currently looking for a Legal Cashier to join our growing finance team -- based in Cardiff, Bridgend, Swansea or Carmarthen -- where you'll play a vital role in supporting the financial operations that underpin the success of our firm. At Redkite, our values -- Trust, Bold, Work as a Team, and Deliver Excellence -- are at the heart of everything we do.

Redkite Solicitors prides itself on being able to offer a broad range of legal services that are able to meet the diverse needs of its clients. Our firm has been providing legal advice to individuals, families and businesses in our communities since 1898 and we are here for our clients every step of the way. We are a forward-looking, ever-expanding firm and are proud to be an employer of choice for over 250 staff members.

What will you be doing?

As Legal Cashier, you'll report directly to our Transactional Finance Lead and assist with the smooth running of the finance department. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to gain hands-on experience with a wide range of financial processes, and to build valuable insight into how a solicitor's practice operates -- including exposure to the Solicitors' Accounts Rules and compliance procedures in a professional services environment.

Provide assistance with a variety of finance team tasks including but not limited to;

Client invoicing Financial postings to the accounting software Processing cheques Purchase Ledger Processing of daily receipts, payments and transfers between accounts Taking card payments from clients on the phone Bank reconciliations Processing expenses General financial administration and housekeeping Supporting the credit control process as required Responding to routine enquiries from staff, customers and suppliers and investigate as required
Financial:

To help with the daily receipt and banking of money. To handle money in accordance with accounts procedures. To be aware of the firm's financial objectives and targets and to support the firm in achieving these.
Client focus:

Responding to routine enquiries from clients and suppliers and investigate as required. Taking card payments from clients on the phone.
People Skills:

To establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, partners and the general public. To take responsibility for your own performance appraisal and development plan.
Compliance and risk :

To comply with all office systems and procedures as stated in the Office Manual. To maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health & safety procedures. To ensure the confidentiality of all the firm's and client documentation and information. To handle money in accordance with accounts procedures. To comply with the SRA Accounts Rules.
Who we're looking for:

Essential:

Good IT skills in particular Excel and Outlook. Highly numerate and quick to learn. Attention to detail. Ability to prioritise workloads and work within deadlines. Ability to work under pressure. Professionalism and courtesy with clients and colleagues. Strong communication skills; both verbal and written. Team work. Self-management, problem solving and initiative. To behave according to the values of the Firm.
Desirable:

Knowledge of the Solicitors' Accounts Rules and SOS software an advantage though not essential as training will be given. Previous experience in a Legal Cashier role.
What is in it for you?

We're committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing legal team. You'll be joining colleagues who are not only legally excellent but also commercially astute and down-to-earth. We value trust, boldness, excellence and teamwork -- and we want you to thrive as part of that.

25 days annual leave entitlement Holiday buy and sell scheme Contributions to gym membership Flexible working considerations Career development Redkite rewards scheme
At Redkite, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond to ensure all employees can thrive. We believe that diversity strengthens our team and helps us better serve our clients.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Gym membership Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cardiff CF10