Trainee Law Accountant

Hamiltons Law Accountants

Cumbernauld

Hamiltons Law Accountants is one of Scotland’s leading specialist law accountancy firms, supporting law firms across the country. Based in Cumbernauld, our team supports the legal profession with the preparation and negotiation of judicial accounts of expenses at all levels of the Scottish court system, including the Sheriff Court, the Court of Session, and the UK Supreme Court. We also deal with private client and executry feeing.

Combining industry-leading technical expertise with a modern, technology-driven and commercially focused approach, we work in true partnership with our clients to deliver exceptional results, faster recovery times and meaningful operational improvements.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking to recruit three ambitious Trainee Law Accountants to join our highly skilled and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a long-term professional career within a specialist and highly respected area of the Scottish legal profession, working alongside nationally recognised experts and gaining hands-on experience across complex, high-value and high-profile litigation.

The successful candidates will work as part of a team and follow a structured development plan which includes training in judicial accounting practices, private client feeing, and related tasks. They will also perform administrative duties as part of their daily role. The role is expected to lead to a fully trained Law Accountant position within 24 to 24 months.

As part of their development, the Trainees will be required to participate in the SOLAS qualification, funded by the company subject to conditions being met. The usual place of work will be Cumbernauld however there may be occasions when travel to and working from other locations is a requirement. After successful completion of training, a hybrid office/home working model will be available.

We are looking for someone with:

• A good academic or work record
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to understand and interpret terminology and demonstrate attention to detail.
• The ability to:-
  • take instruction and demonstrate understanding through written and verbal work
  • work accurately under pressure and manage competing priorities
  • handle sensitive information confidentially
  • maintain and build on existing client relationships.
  • work positively, productively and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivation with a desire to work daily with numbers and written communication.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for example Outlook, Word, Excel & MS Teams.
• The desire to continually develop and learn and share knowledge with colleagues.
• UK Driving Licence.

In return we offer:

• Competitive trainee salary ranging from £25,903 to £33,026
• Upon qualification, salary progression from £34,596 to £45,447  
• Potential bonus opportunities
• 35-hour 5-day week
• Flexible working option once the initial training is complete
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Attractive contributory pension scheme
• Sick pay provisions
• Life Insurance
• Fully funded place on SOLAS Course
• Structured training and career development
• Supportive working environment promoting work-life balance and personal development
Every qualified Law Accountant within our business began their career as a Trainee Law Accountant and completed their training with Hamiltons. Trainee Law Accountants receive full support to develop their skills, knowledge, and career path, leading to expanded earning potential within the organisation.

How to Apply

Please send the following to our recruitment team at recruitment@hamiltonslawaccountants.co.uk , no later than 12 noon on Monday 1st June 2026:

1. Your current CV containing up to date email and telephone contact details
2. A short covering note on why you’re a great fit for this role and Hamiltons
3. Law accountancy requires more than numerical accuracy. It also involves commercial awareness, client service, and professional judgement. Please prepare and submit a short statement outlining how you would approach balancing accuracy, deadlines, and client expectations in a professional services role.
4. Confirm if you have a current UK Driving License
5. Confirm your availability for interviews which are planned for week commencing 8th June 2026.
   Please ensure all requested information is submitted, as incomplete applications may be excluded from the recruitment process.