Job Description

Are you studying for a finance qualification or looking for your first step into a finance role? We're recruiting for a Legal Cashier to join our busy Finance team - and this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

BW Legal is a dual-regulated, market-leading law firm with a fast-paced Finance team operating to strict SRA rules. With a starting salary of 19,20022,000 (depending on experience), this is a great opportunity to begin building a long-term career in finance.



As a Legal Cashier, you'll work closely with our Billing team, handling the daily allocation and reconciliation of funds received to our client accounts and active cases. It's an essential role that keeps everything running smoothly, ensuring payments are posted quickly, balances are accurate, and clients receive funds promptly.



There's also plenty of room to grow. We actively support career development, and your Team Manager will work with you to map out progression routes, with opportunities to become a Senior Cashier or multi-skilled Billing Assistant and Cashier, gaining valuable skills and experience along the way.



If youre organised, detail-focused, and eager to work in a finance team, we'd love to hear from you.

What you will be doing:

Processing files for direct debit collections Downloading bank transactions accurately and reconciling to our client accounts Posting cash to client cases in our case management system Processing chargebacks and direct debit reversals Reviewing unallocated cash receipts with no reference and contacting the bank Supporting with resolving any internal department enquires

Do you have the following skills and experience?

Great attention to detail Works well under pressure Experience of using Microsoft Excel Maths and English GCSE Grade C/4 above or equivalent grade qualification Experience in a similar role / experience working in a finance department / any other relatable work experience

While not essential, the following skills and experience would be advantageous:

Studied or studying towards any financial qualification Experience of dealing with confidential information Knowledge of rules GDPR, Anti Money Laundering


This role benefits from a 6-hour working day, which offers an excellent work-life balance. The team works on a weekly rota covering hours between 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, so you have a balance of earlier and later finishes.



As a Cashier, you will be rewarded with a competitive starting salary between 19,200-22,000, dependent on experience. This is just the beginning of a clear progressive career path, with regular performance-based reviews that recognise and reward success in the role.

Rewarding your commitment and success

Our people are at the heart of our business, which is why Your BW Rewards offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being. These benefits include:

Lifestyle Rewards

30 hour working week Free offsite parking 22 days of annual leave + bank holidays, as well as paid leave on your birthday and additional paid leave on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve when falling on a weekday Flexible holiday policy: use, buy and sell up to 5 days worth of holiday, dependent on length of service, as well as enjoy flexibility as some holiday allowance can used by the hour Extra holiday for length of service: 1 extra day earned following your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year of service Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Business-casual dress code

Financial Rewards

Be Here at BW: a monthly and quarterly bonus based on attendance and punctuality Death in service benefit: 6 times annual salary Income protection: receive 75% of your salary for up to two years if you're unable to work (subject to eligibility criteria) My Staff Shop: access a range of discounts and savings at UK retailers Travel support: free parking, bus discounts and cycling facilities Leeds Credit Union: access to preferential rates Contributory pension scheme

Personal Growth Rewards

Learn and Earn: top up your income by investing in your personal and professional development outside of working hours Learning and Development allowance: paid time to learn during working hours Professional qualifications: financial and study support

Health Rewards

Free gym membership On Site GP: access to a specialist prescribing GP who comes on-site fortnightly Virtual GP: access to virtual 24/7 prescribing GP for you and your family Physiotherapist: access to a specialist physiotherapist who comes on site monthly Health cash back plan: over 3,000 to manage your well-being, including dental, optical and physiotherapy, helping you to be healthy and at your best Employee assistance programme: 24/7 helpline, including up to 8 free counselling sessions Early intervention: support for colleagues who are experiencing health issues to support them staying in or returning to work

Engagement Rewards

BW colleague events: parties, darts, bowling, axe throwing and laser quest, to name just a few! Regular charity fundraising including fun games, street food, raffles, auctions and more

BW Legal is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential and thrive in our welcoming and exciting culture. Join us and be part of our success!

As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to equal opportunities for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know at recruitment@bwlegal.co.uk.