Legal
Legal Specialism.
Recruiting for legal roles comes with its own unique challenges. Unlike general finance or practice positions, roles within law firms demand a combination of technical expertise, compliance knowledge, and a deep understanding of how legal businesses operate.
From solicitors' accounts and client trust rules to the specific software and reporting requirements used in legal practices, the skill set required is often very different from other industries. At Willow Recruit, our background and experience in the legal sector give us the insight to identify the right candidates who can hit the ground running.
Typical Roles
Senior/Management
- CFO/Finance Director
- Financial Controller
- Finance Manager
- Credit/Purchase Ledger/Revenue Manager
Accounting
- Financial Accountant
- Management Accountant
- Assistant Management Accountant
- Finance Analyst
- Systems Accountant
- FP&A
- Pricing Analyst
- Pricing Manager
- Tax Associate
- Tax Manager
Billing
- eBilling Assistant
- eBilling Coordinator
- Billing Assistant
- Billing Manager
Transactional
- Legal Cashier
- Accounts Assistant
- Accounts Payable Assistant
- Cash Management
- Credit Control
- Revenue
We work across a wide range of positions, from legal cashiering roles to revenue focused positions. Each of these roles requires a nuanced understanding of the legal environment, as well as strong organisational and interpersonal skills. Placing the right person is about more than matching qualifications, it's about ensuring they understand the operational, compliance, and client-focused demands of the role.
Specialist Systems Knowledge
We have access to a strong network of finance professionals with specialist experience in the legal sector, covering everything from LLP accounting and financial reporting to the systems and eBilling technology used by leading law firms. From Elite 3E and Aderant to eBilling platforms such as Legal Tracker, CounselLink and Brightflag, we understand the systems used across legal finance.
A Relationship-Led Approach
Our approach is built on relationships and industry knowledge. We meet every candidate face-to-face, getting to know not just their experience, but their approach to compliance, process management, and working in client-driven environments. By understanding the firm's culture, workflow, and operational requirements, we can connect you with professionals who aren't just technically capable, but who are a long-term fit, improving retention and reducing the disruption of frequent turnover.
Access To The Right People
Working with us means having access to legal professionals who are often not visible through traditional job boards but are open to the right opportunity. By combining sector expertise with personal insight, we help law firms build finance teams that are technically competent, reliable, and aligned with the way the firm operates.
"After 15 years in finance recruitment across Yorkshire, I've learned that the best placements come from truly understanding both sides. Recently, I worked with an SME who'd struggled with three Finance Managers in two years. The problem wasn't qualifications - it was fit. We took time to understand what had gone wrong and what success really looked like for them. Six months on, their new Finance Manager is driving real change and the team has never been more stable. That's what Willow Recruit is about - creating partnerships that last, not just filling vacancies."
