Thompsons Solicitors
Costs Administration Assistant
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Costs Administration Assistant
Application Deadline: 17 July 2026 Department: Costs Location: Manchester Compensation: £24,129 / year
Description
Join our team as a Costs Administration Assistant and become an integral part of our dynamic environment. As a key member of our Costs Team, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of administrative tasks and supporting the overall efficiency of our office.
More about the role...
- Provide general administrative support to the Costs team, including data input and retrieval using internal systems
- Carry out routine clerical tasks such as opening and closing cases, filing, photocopying, scanning and post handling
- Organise incoming and outgoing mail and DX, including sorting, packaging and distribution
- Support with data entry on case management systems and spreadsheets, including new case set-ups and recording agreed costs
- Assist with file closure processes, billing and archiving
- Provide ad hoc support to the wider Costs team and cover for colleagues when required
- Undertake general office duties such as preparing bundles, managing deliveries, and supporting day-to-day team administration
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More about you...
- You possess excellent organisational and administrative skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
- Proactive and adaptable, you can work effectively under your own initiative and as part of a collaborative team
- Strong communication skills enable you to interact effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders
- Computer literate with good keyboard skills, you're familiar with Microsoft Word and have experience with electronic case management systems
- Previous office environment experience is desirable, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- You're reliable, dependable, and enthusiastic, with a client-focused approach to your work.
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What we offer you...
- Contributory pension scheme
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
- 5 extra days off over Christmas
- Permanent health insurance
- MediCash Healthcare Cash Plan
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Sports and social club
- Annual travel and parking loans
- Financial support for professional development
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