Legal Cashier and Finance Operations Coordinator

Who we are

• Process client account receipts and payments accurately, efficiently and in accordance with agreed procedures and approval requirements.
• Conduct bank account validation procedures, including liaising with client contacts and third parties, completing oral verification checks and arranging test payments
• Ensure that all client money transactions are handled in compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules, internal controls and the firm’s finance policies.
• Monitor client account balances on an ongoing basis and investigate any exceptions, unusual items or discrepancies promptly.
• Support the timely resolution of client money queries raised by lawyers, partners, clients and other internal stakeholders.
• Process office account payments, transfers and banking transactions accurately, ensuring that each transaction is properly authorised and recorded.
• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records within the firm’s finance systems, ensuring that supporting information is retained where required.
• Support month-end and year-end financial processes by providing cashiering information, reconciliations and transaction analysis as required.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner, escalating any unresolved issues or risks to the appropriate manager.
• Assist with the management of banking relationships and operational banking activities, including payment queries, account administration and related process matters.
• Maintain appropriate audit trails and supporting documentation to evidence transactions, approvals, reconcilia

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating – full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

Our one firm global strategy is focused on targeted growth led by the needs of our core clients, those who we can best support with the breadth and depth of Clifford Chance expertise, across the sectors and geographies, which matter most to them.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

The role

The Legal Cashier & Operations Coordinator is responsible for supporting the firm's financial operations through the accurate and timely processing of client and office account transactions and assisting with the operational performance of the Partnership Finance department. The role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules, maintaining the integrity of financial records, and delivering a high-quality service to partners, lawyers and business professional teams.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a commitment to operational excellence within a complex, fast-paced professional services environment.

The Legal Cashier & Operations Coordinator is responsible for supporting the firm's financial operations through the accurate and timely processing of client and office account transactions and assisting with the operational performance of the Partnership Finance department. The role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules, maintaining the integrity of financial records, and delivering a high-quality service to partners, lawyers and business professional teams.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a commitment to operational excellence within a complex, fast-paced professional services environment.

Who you will work with

Provide professional and responsive support to partners, lawyers and business professional teams.

Liaise with banks, third-party providers and internal stakeholders regarding payment and banking matters.

Contribute positively to team objectives and service level commitments.

What you will be responsible for

Client Money Administration

Office Account Transactions

Banking and Reconciliations