Our client is a large and dynamic Barristers' Chambers with a dedicated team of staff who provide the clerking, financial, marketing and administrative support for over 190 barristers. They are a diverse set, specialising in all aspects of human rights and social welfare law, including crime, family law, housing, immigration, and civil law. Based in a Grade 1 listed building in Lincoln's Inn Fields, close to Holborn tube station, Chambers is seeking an experienced Billing Clerk from the legal industry to work as part of their Revenue Control Team. In this role, you will be responsible for undertaking accurate and efficient billing, meet the operational requirements of the Barristers and always delivering a high level of customer service.
The successful candidate will work with the Barristers to implement changes to existing working practices and initiate improvements in the use of the Case Management software to encourage prompt billing and improve debt recovery procedures.
Duties include:
- Undertaking billing in all civil areas of practice
- Prioritising the billing and administration of cases such as (but not limited to) SIAC, High Cost, and multiple jurisdiction /claimant cases
- Efficient and accurate billing, maximising claim levels and turnaround times
- Resolving queries in a timely and profession manner
- Appealing assessments and incorrect decisions
- Advising barristers on the most effective and efficient billing methods
- Supporting the Credit Controllers on an adhoc basis
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Knowledge of Civil Legal Aid
- At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
- Must be confident in making telephone calls for fees collection
- Good systems knowledge, especially Case management systems
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
Desirable:
- Knowledge and prior experience of dealing with SIAC and High-Cost cases.
To apply for this position, please forward your CV to retained consultants GRL Legal.
NB: The closing date for applications is 5 pm on Tuesday 2nd April. Early applications are encouraged with initial interviews for suitable candidates taking place immediately.
Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity amongst its staff and members. We welcome applications from women, minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities and LGBT+ candidates as well as those from other groups which are underrepresented in the legal sector.