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CM Law Recruitment

Accounts Payable Assistant

On site

London, United kingdom

£ 35,000 /year

Freelance

02-02-2026

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Skills

Attention to detail

Job Specifications

Accounts Assistant/Accounts Payable Assistant

12-month Fixed Term Contract

London – near St Paul’s

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (DOE)

A leading US law firm with a strong presence in London is seeking a motivated individual to join its London office on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Based close to St Paul’s, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience within a high-performing international firm.

The Role

Working closely with the Financial Services team, you will provide administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth running of the department. This role would suit a proactive and detail-oriented individual with prior experience in a professional services environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Financial Services team
Assisting with client onboarding and matter opening procedures
Supporting billing, invoicing and financial reporting processes
Liaising with internal teams to ensure compliance with firm procedures
Maintaining accurate records and supporting ad-hoc projects as required

The Ideal Candidate

1–2 years’ experience in a similar role
Experience within a law firm or professional services environment is highly desirable
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confident communicator with a professional approach
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

The Firm

This US law firm is known for its collaborative culture, high-quality work, and commitment to supporting and developing its staff. The London office offers a dynamic and supportive working environment with exposure to international work

About the Company

With over 12 years of experience recruiting business support staff for a variety of law firms across London, I have decided to launch my own recruitment agency, focused on delivering exceptional talent to the legal sector. Throughout my career, I've developed a passion for matching the right candidates with the right roles, ensuring that both my clients and candidates find long-term success. As a dedicated recruiter, I take the time to truly understand the needs of my clients and candidates, carefully selecting individuals ... Know more