Costs Administration Assistant
Thompsons Solicitors
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Job summary
Thompsons Solicitors in Manchester is seeking a Costs Administration Assistant to join our Costs Team. You will support daily admin tasks, data entry on case management systems, and assist with filing, scanning, and billing to keep the office running smoothly.
You will work closely with colleagues, demonstrate strong organisation and accuracy, and handle routine duties with discretion. The role offers a stable, professional environment and opportunities to contribute to efficient case
Qualifications
- Experience in providing administrative support in an office environment.
- Attention to detail and accuracy with data entry and file handling.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Proactive and collaborative team player with good communication.
Responsibilities
- 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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Job description
Application Deadline: 9 October 2026
Department: Costs
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Manchester
Compensation: £24,889 / year
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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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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