Job Description

Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team - all business professionals at the firm - you'll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.



Here, we're not just supporting a law firm; we're partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we're proud to have been recognised as the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer.



This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.
Are you ready to kickstart your career in Accounting and Finance? As a Finance Assistant - Apprentice, you'll dive into the world of finance, playing a crucial role in the accurate processing and reconciliation of office and client funds while mastering VAT, SAR, and Anti Money Laundering regulations. Combining your on-the-job experience with the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship studies will provide you with a solid foundation and a head start in your career in Accounting and Finance. This structured programme is designed to equip you with the expertise and credentials needed to excel, setting you on a path to success.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Legal CashierEnsuring day to day processing and reconciliation of both office and client funds is accurate, in line with business needs and in accordance with appropriate VAT, SAR and AML regulations Logging/reviewing incoming client funds, allocating to the relevant matter and obtaining appropriate documentation Inputting client payments and obtaining appropriate authorization and documentation in advance of deadlines Processing and reconciling of professional disbursements, to include payment in line with SRA Accounts Rules Monitoring of residual balances Interest calculations on funds held in client accounts


Financial AccountingAssist with the preparation of monthly general ledger reconciliations Preparation of prepayments, accruals and journals Help with reviewing and maintaining the fixed asset register Preparation of quarterly & annual legal surveys and National Statistics reports Monitoring of VAT accounts to identify incorrectly posted transactions


Accounts Payable RequirementsEntering vendor/supplier invoices into Emburse Accounts payable enquiries Assisting with any urgent manual payments for both Office and Client Account Responsible for the corporate credit card and the reconciliation Additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and CompetenciesInterpersonal Skills Proactivity Communication Skills Project Management Problem Solver Analytical Skills

Educational Qualifications/Job Experience RequirementsMinimum 5 GCSEs, including A-C in Maths & English (or equivalent) Minimum 2 A Levels (or equivalent)

Working ScheduleAs this is an apprenticeship, the role will be based on 80% working hours and 20% off the job learning time. The role will be a fixed term contract for the duration of the apprenticeship.

Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Goodwin is a disability-inclusive employer. Please contact us if you require any disability-related adjustments during the interview process, or would like to have a confidential conversation with a member of the recruitment team. If there are any disability-related reasons which have impacted your profile, we may also be able to make adjustments for these. Please see our Disability-Related Screening Adjustments page if this applies to you. (Disability refers to sensory and physical conditions, long-term health conditions, neurodivergence and mental health conditions).