TRainee: Archivist / Legal Cashier, Chichester, West Sussex

Legal; Chichester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm is seeking a Trainee: Archivist / Legal Cashier in Chichester. This full-time position offers training and development in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include archiving files, assisting with financial transactions, and managing supplier invoices. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong communication skills and attention to detail. Competitive salary based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in a professional office environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong focus on detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Archive files according to firm’s policies.
• Maintain the client database linked to archived files.
• Handle financial transactions for client matters.
• Reconcile supplier invoices and manage payments.
• Process petty cash and credit card transactions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team working skills

High attention to detail

Good organizational skills

Time management skills

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Trainee: Archivist / Legal Cashier, Chichester, West Sussex, Chichester

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12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Trainee: Archivist / Legal Cashier
Chichester
Salary – Competitive

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for someone with a strong commitment to learning, to develop a valued skillset and become part of a fantastic team based in Chichester.

My client is offering a mixed and varied role where training will be provided throughout.

We are looking for someone who has genuine enthusiasm and motivation with an aptitude for numbers and a keen eye for detail.

This is a full-time role working 9 am to 5.15 pm, Monday to Friday, at the Chichester Office.

Main responsibilities / key tasks (not exhaustive):

Archiving

• To archive files in accordance with the firm’s policies and regulatory requirements.
• To maintain the client database in connection with archived files.
• To liaise with fee earners, external storage, and secure shredding companies regarding file collection, retrieval, and destruction.

Trainee Legal Cashier

To assist with all aspects of the cashiering function, including but not limited to:

• Processing financial transactions relating to client matters in a timely manner and in accordance with the SRA Accounts Rules.
• Managing and reconciling supplier invoices and credit notes, ensuring invoices are paid within agreed terms.
• Preparing payment runs, including BACS transfers and cheque payments.
• Processing petty cash and credit card expenditure.

Required qualifications, skills, and experience:

• Previous experience working in a professional office is preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication and team working skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.

A competitive salary is on offer to the successful candidate, commensurate with experience and ability.