Client Account Analyst

Purpose:

Our two-year graduate programme is designed to provide strong technical foundations, meaningful exposure, and the support needed to build a finance career within a leading international law firm.

Over the course of the programme, the Client Account Analyst will support the execution of the billing and collection strategy across all phases of client billing, including bill preparation, submission, follow-up, and communication with clients and partners. Working under the guidance of the Client Account Manager - EME, the Client Account Analyst will gain hands-on experience and develop a strong understanding of billing processes and systems.

Who We Are:

Cleary Gottlieb is a pioneer in globalizing the legal profession. Since 1946 our lawyers and staff have worked across practices, industries, jurisdictions and continents to provide clients with simple, actionable approaches to their most complex legal and business challenges, whether domestic or international. We have 14 offices in major financial centers around the world, but we operate as a single, integrated global partnership. We have a proven track record for serving with innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with partners, practice groups and other Finance teams to help ensure accurate, timely billing and compliance with client requirements.

• Assist with preparation, processing and submission of client invoices, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

• Respond effectively and accurately to partner or client requests under the guidance of senior team members.

• Respond to routine billing and accounts receivable enquiries, escalating complex issues to senior team members as appropriate.

• Support the monitoring of accounts receivable ageing reports and help follow up on outstanding and underpaid invoices.

• Help maintain and update key finance reports on a daily basis to support Senior Management.

• Assist with reviewing Engagement Letters, Outside Counsel Guidelines and fee arrangements to help ensure compliance with client requirements.

• Support the preparation of materials for partner billing meetings and attend meetings to track action items.

• Help coordinate the submission of e-bills through relevant platforms and third-party vendors.

• Develop an understanding of billing processes, systems and workflows, building knowledge of more complex billing arrangements over time.

• Collaborate with other Finance teams, including Pricing Operations, E-Billing and Revenue Operations to support accurate invoicing and reporting.

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the Client Account team.

• Provide general day-to-day support to the Client Account team in accordance with firm policies and procedures.

• Maintain clear documentation of partner and client billing requirements to support team collaboration and coverage.

• Participate in ad hoc analysis projects and special projects as assigned.

Education:

• On track for a minimum 2:1 classification in a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Accountancy, Finance or a closely related discipline.

• No prior experience is required.

• Any internship, placement or work experience in a finance, billing or professional services environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Skills and Competencies:

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

• Ability to organise and manage competing priorities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Team player with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• A strong customer service mindset for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to follow instructions carefully and recognise when to seek guidance or escalate issues.

• A proactive approach with eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.

Additional information:

Application Closing Date: May 31, 2026

Application Process: If you are interested, please submit your CV to LON-HR@csgh.com. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person assessment day, which will consist of two interviews, a written exercise and a critical thinking assessment.

Start Date: August / September 2026

Compensation: Starting salary of £35,000 per annum, increasing to £38,000 per annum in the second year.

Benefits: Competitive benefits package including 25 days’ annual leave, pension scheme, private medical insurance, gym membership subsidy and others.