Full job description*Pivotal role for overseeing legal cashiering, operations
*Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
*Leading a large team while acting as key point of contact
Group Legal Cashier Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Group Legal Cashier Manager to join a busy and growing finance team.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing legal cashiering operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving operational excellence. You will lead a large team while acting as the key point of contact for cashiering matters across the business.

Key ResponsibilitiesLegal Cashiering*Oversee all legal cashiering activities in line with relevant regulatory requirements
*Manage client and office account transactions with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance
*Handle conveyancing transactions, including completions, SDLT payments, and client fund movements
*Perform and review complex client and office bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly
*Maintain and monitor breach logs and ensure appropriate actions are taken
Leadership & Team Management*Lead, develop, and motivate a large cashiering team
*Build a high-performing function aligned to business growth
*Provide training, coaching, and development plans for team members
*Drive accountability and performance within the team
Systems & Process Improvement*Identify and implement improvements to processes, controls, and efficiencies
*Support system implementations, upgrades, and transitions
*Act as a subject matter expert on systems impacting cashiering functions
Stakeholder Management*Act as a key finance contact for internal stakeholders
*Build strong relationships with senior leaders and operational teams
*Liaise with auditors, accountants, and regulatory bodies as required
About YouSkills & Experience*Proven experience in a Legal Cashiering leadership role
*Strong understanding of regulatory environments (e.g., Solicitors Accounts Rules)
*Excellent reconciliation skills and attention to detail
*Strong leadership experience managing and developing teams
*Advanced Excel skills and good working knowledge of finance systems
*Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple deadlines
Desirable*Relevant financial qualification or equivalent experience
*Experience in a professional services environment
Personal Attributes*Highly organised and detail-oriented
*Proactive with a continuous improvement mindset
*Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
*Resilient and able to challenge constructively
*Able to work independently and collaboratively