Legal Aid Administrator

Express Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated Costs & Legal Aid Administrator to join their Nottingham office. This is a full-time, permanent role that involves handling Legal Aid billing, managing rejected claims, and supporting fee earners. Candidates should have experience in Legal Aid administration, strong numeracy skills, and an ability to communicate effectively. The position offers excellent progression opportunities in a supportive Public Law team.

Qualifications

• Experience within Legal Aid administration.
• Ability to process a high volume of financial claims accurately under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit Legal Aid bills and Legal Help claims through CCMS.
• Manage rejected claims and ensure uploads meet LAA timescales.
• Liaise with Counsel’s Chambers to obtain fee notes.
• Support fee earners with administrative duties.

Skills

Legal Aid administration

Ability to work under pressure

Strong numeracy skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Job description

Are you experienced in Legal Aid billing or cost administration and looking to develop your career within a specialist Public Law department? Our client is a well-established organisation supporting high-profile Judicial Review and Community Care matters, offering strong progression opportunities and an above-market salary for the right candidate.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a dedicated Costs & Legal Aid Administrator to join their Nottingham-based office on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting fee earners, handling Legal Aid billing processes, and ensuring accurate, timely submissions through CCMS.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone detail-focused, proactive and able to manage a high caseload while maintaining accuracy and compliance. You will be working alongside experienced professionals in a busy and supportive Public Law team.

• Prepare and submit Legal Aid bills and Legal Help claims through CCMS
• Manage rejected claims, prepare appeals and ensure all CCMS uploads meet LAA timescales
• Liaise with Counsel’s Chambers to obtain fee notes and allocate fees accurately
• Negotiate Inter-Partes settlements with paying parties
• Support fee earners with administrative duties and ensure full compliance with Legal Aid KPI requirements

Skills & Experience

• Experience within Legal Aid administration
• Ability to work under pressure and process a high volume of financial claims accurately
• Strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with effective written and verbal skills

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.

We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations.

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Vacancy Summary

Hours: Full Time, Monday–Friday (9am–5:30pm)

Job Type: Permanent

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.