Full job descriptionSerious Injury Costs Assistant – Wakefield – £18.50/ph
Venn Group’s specialist finance team is recruiting a Serious Injury Costs Assistant for a leading legal services provider in Wakefield. This permanent opportunity offers an excellent opportunity for a legal administrator or finance professional looking to develop further within legal costs and serious injury litigation.
The role
You will be responsible for:
*Supporting serious injury teams with post-settlement case administration
*Liaising with costs suppliers and internal stakeholders
*Preparing and progressing costs schedules
*Processing damages, costs payments and disbursements
*Recovering outstanding costs and payments on account
*Maintaining accurate financial and case management records
*Producing reports and supporting billing governance processes
About you
*Previous experience within a Legal administration or finance role
*Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills
*Ability to analyse and process complex information and numerical data
*Excellent organisational and communication skills
*Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
*Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
*Experience using Proclaim would be advantageous
*Previous personal injury or legal costs administration experience would be desirable
Key details
*Rate: £18.50/ph
*Location: Wakefield (Hybrid Working)
*Contract: Contract (Potential for Permanent)
Why consider this role?
*Excellent opportunity to develop a career within legal costs
*Full training and development provided
*Exposure to serious injury and litigation matters
*Genuine opportunities for internal progression across the business
*Hybrid working environment with a supportive team culture