Global Finance Graduate Scheme

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.  

We are seeking recent graduates to join our two-year Global Finance Graduate Scheme in Manchester beginning in Autumn 2026. As part of Latham’s Global Finance team, you will play a key role in supporting the department while participating in a rotational training program. Over the course of two years, you will rotate through various roles in our financial team.

We have two routes within our Financial graduate scheme either Analytical or Transactional finance. As part of your application, you will be asked to specify which financial track you are applying for:

On the Financial Analysis rotation, you would be enabling data-driven decision making through quantitative analysis and financial reports. You may be engaged in financial planning and budgeting, fee proposals, advanced analytics, building and updating financial models, strategic projects, preparing reports, leveraging technology to provide insights into financial performance and day-to-day activity, and providing analytical support to attorneys, the department, and other firm management as requested.

For the Financial Transactions and Control rotation, you would be engaged in supporting and controlling key financial transactions of the firm. Areas you may be part of include financial reporting and statutory reporting, client billing and account services, accounts payable, procurement, vendor risk management and general ledger.

At Latham, our success stems from our "one-firm" culture—a spirit of teamwork and shared commitment to quality that sets us apart from other law firms.

Other key responsibilities include

• Seeking diverse and challenging opportunities within a global setting
• Providing a high level of customer service to internal and external client
• Working both independently and in a team environment
• Collaborating globally with other offices, teams, and Business Services Trainees

We’d love to hear from you if you

• Display knowledge and proficiency in PC applications, including MS Office
• Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrate well-developed and professional interpersonal skills

And have:

• Earned a BSc degree in one or more of the following: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related field
• Either graduated in the last two years with a 2:1 degree or above, or are on track to graduate with a 2:1 in Summer 2026

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
• A pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.  #EntryLevel #LI-EH1