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SalaryBilling Coordinator
up to £36k
London (WC1X) with hybrid-working
An award-winning multidisciplinary law firm is seeking a dedicated and experienced Billing Coordinator, to join their team in London. Recognised as a top-tier firm by legal directories, they pride themselves on their exceptional track record and diverse range of specialist legal services. Their clients include medium-sized businesses, NGOs, public figures, and private individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend monthly billing meetings with fee earners to review WIP, file progress, and housekeeping tasks such as:
- Assess fees received vs. targets with each fee earner.
- Ensure prompt handling of tasks following billing meetings, including troubleshooting.
- Draft and process payments on account for profit costs and disbursements on CCMS.
- Post weekly bills following receipt of remittance from the LAA, accurately allocating costs.
- Correspond with external cost draftsmen to ensure matter progression and keep fee earners updated.
- Advise fee earners on arising queries.
- Assist Billing Coordinators with complex and technical issues.
- Support the Finance Manager with clearing queries and historical issues.
- Provide training to Billing Coordinators on civil and criminal billing aspects.
- Share knowledge and expertise within the team.
- Time transfers
- Rate changes
- WIP and billing write-offs
- File closures
- Disbursement transfers or write-offs
- Amend client records as needed
Skills & Knowledge Requirements:
- Understanding of Legal Aid and public legal funding systems in both criminal and civil sectors.
- ALCD or AAT qualification is desirable but not essential.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Highly organized and efficient.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Matthew Heard for a confidential discussion.
LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients.
The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.
*We require a lawyer who has gained the necessary experience for the position advertised. The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
