Legal Finance Assistant / Cashier – Graduate Opportunity

TSR-Legal; Exeter; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm in Exeter is seeking a Legal Finance Assistant / Cashier to join their finance team. This graduate opportunity offers comprehensive training in legal transactions, compliance, and financial reporting. Ideal for motivated individuals looking to build a career in legal finance.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and mentoring

Long-term development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or junior professional educated to degree level (or equivalent).
• Confident in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to learn and develop in legal finance.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance team with payment processing and daily reconciliations.
• Monitor and input financial data, ensuring compliance.
• Communicate professionally with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Legal Finance Assistant / Cashier – Graduate Opportunity

Location: Exeter
Salary: £23,000–£24,000 per annum
Office-based with flexible working options

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career in the legal or finance sector?
TSR Legal is working with a well-regarded, forward-thinking law firm in Exeter, seeking a bright and motivated individual to join their finance team in a junior capacity.

About the Role

As a Legal Finance Assistant / Legal Cashier, you’ll be given full training and hands-on experience to support the firm’s busy Finance department. You’ll play an important role in ensuring that legal transactions are processed smoothly and that both client and internal financial systems remain compliant and efficient.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with processing payments including BACS, CHAPS, and international transfers
• Supporting the team with daily bank reconciliations and account updates
• Helping to prepare and process invoices
• Monitoring and inputting financial data into the firm’s systems
• Learning to understand compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
• Communicating professionally with lawyers, clients, and external bodies
• Developing your knowledge of VAT, interest calculations, and financial reporting
• Providing admin and cashiering support to the wider Finance team

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or junior professional who is:

Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) – ideally in Law, Finance, Accounting, or Business
Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
Confident using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Able to communicate clearly and work well in a team
Keen to learn and develop a career in legal finance
Discreet and professional when dealing with sensitive information

No prior legal cashiering experience is required – full training will be provided.

What’s On Offer

• A competitive salary of £23,000–£24,000
• Comprehensive training and mentoring
• Opportunities for long-term development and progression
• A modern and inclusive workplace culture
• Access to flexible working arrangements where appropriate
• Supportive team environment with regular check-ins and development plans

Start Your Legal Finance Career Here

If you’re an ambitious graduate or junior professional with an eye for detail and an interest in finance, this is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in the legal sector.

Apply now via TSR Legal, or contact Rachel Phillips in confidence on 02920 388100 / [e-mail].