This is a key role within the Billing team, suited to a proactive Legal Biller who thrives in a fast-paced, process-driven environment. You will take ownership of end-to-end billing activities and ensure efficient, accurate delivery of daily and routine billing requests. This role is offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Billing and financial administration:
- Manage billing processes end to end, working with billers and the revenue team in line with firm policy and HMRC/SRA rules.
- Attend monthly WIP meetings and action agreed tasks.
- Generate reports and review, post and distribute invoices.
- Prepare, run and amend proformas, liaising with relevant stakeholders.
- Produce bespoke invoice narratives and manage complex and composite invoices.
- Manage allocated tasks and queries within the Finance inbox.
- Process credit notes, WIP and disbursement transfers and write-offs in line with internal procedures.
- Maintain and update billing data on client and matter files, obtaining Compliance approval where required.
- Provide professional support on internal billing queries.
- Provide cover for team members when required and carry out other reasonable duties as directed by the Billing Supervisor and Revenue Manager.
Operational excellence and problem solving:
- Meet deadlines through effective prioritisation and workload management.
- Take ownership of issues through to resolution.
- Identify and help implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Ensure AML considerations are applied where relevant.
Collaboration & stakeholder engagement:
- Work closely with fee earners, executive assistants, legal secretaries and finance colleagues to ensure smooth billing delivery.
- Liaise proactively with legal teams on billing instructions and specific arrangements.
- Support the transition of billing responsibilities into the Billing team.
- Build strong working relationships across the firm, particularly with the Compliance team.
We are renowned for our private wealth and real estate focus, together with our strong corporate and commercial and dispute resolution teams. We work alongside individuals, families and businesses across a wide range of complex matters and situations.
What makes us different is how we build closer connections with our clients to deliver exceptional results. We do it through creating genuine relationships, a sharp focus on what matters to them and the flexibility to adapt our advice to their situation.
When you come through our door, you’ll notice how genuinely open, friendly and authentic people are. We work well together because we have fun together. We take your happiness and wellbeing seriously. Here, you are free to express yourself and be the best you can be.
Delivering exceptional results takes on a different meaning at Forsters. For us, it’s about being more closely connected to clients, each other and our communities. It’s what drives us, them and you forward.
We are leaders in our field and you will be part of a team with an outstanding reputation, working with high quality clients on high quality matters delivering exceptional outcomes. We will encourage you to be entrepreneurial, explore ideas and make your mark. We will provide you with the support you need to grow professionally and personally to reach your full potential.
You’ll be in an environment of happiness, collaboration and flexibility. We take our work seriously and being happy and having fun is an integral part of that. We work both in and out of the office in Marylebone depending on what’s best for our clients, our team, our business and our professional growth.
We are looking for you to bring your energy and enthusiasm to work every day and to collaborate and work with colleagues as one team, to listen and consider each other. We ask you to take responsibility for your growth and development, share your ideas and let us know what you want to achieve. We are looking for you to get involved in our responsible business activities, pro bono, community and sustainability initiatives.
- Experience in a similar billing role within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Elite 3E and eBilling experience desirable but not essential.
- Strong understanding of legal billing processes and HMRC/SRA rules.
- Excellent communication, organisational and client service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work accurately under pressure.
- Proactive, solutions-focused and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- High attention to detail, confidentiality and professionalism.
- GCSE English and Maths (A–C or equivalent).
- Confident with numbers and proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Forsters LLP is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for everyone.
We strive to attract and encourage applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, age, race, nationality, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. Click here to find out more about how we are committed to building a culture where our people can thrive.
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