Billing Coordinator

Billing 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.