Fees Credit Controller

Our client, is a leading Chambers based in London with a strong reputation across Crime, Financial Crime, Extradition, Health & Safety, Inquests & Inquiries, Regulatory & Professional Discipline, Licensing, and Public & Administrative Law. With over 60 barristers, members are instructed in many of the most complex and high-profile cases, often attracting national and international attention.

Chambers is seeking to appoint a Fees Credit Controller to play a key role in the effective management and collection of barristers' professional fees. This is a highly trusted position, working closely with the Financial Controller, Clerking Team Leaders and members.

The Role

Reporting to the Chambers Manager and working under the supervision of the Financial Controller key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the timely collection of barristers' professional fees through an effective credit control system
• Liaising with professional clients to chase fees sensitively and maintain strong relationships
• Collecting publicly funded and privately funded fees
• Handling fee queries and keeping barristers informed of payments received
• Maintaining accurate payment records and reconciliation spreadsheets
• Assisting with monthly aged debt reporting for allocated members
• Monitoring and maintaining workflows to ensure fee notes and reminders are issued in line with contractual terms
• Providing cover for the Financial Controller, including payment processing and reconciliation via online banking
• Supporting professional fee account processes, including daily payment monitoring, reconciliations, and preparation of payment runs

The Person

Chambers is looking for a professional, organised and proactive individual with:

• Previous experience in fee collection within a barristers' chambers or law firm
• Knowledge of core office management applications (Outlook, Excel etc)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• A flexible, collaborative approach and a strong sense of responsibility
• A professional manner, attention to detail and commitment to high standards
• Alignment with Chambers' commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

To apply for this position, please forward your CV clearly setting out your suitability for the role, to exclusively retained consultants, GRL Legal. A full copy of the Job Description can be requested too.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 23rd February. This is an urgent assignment and early applications are encouraged and initial meetings with GRL Consultants will take place immediately.

Equality and Diversity:

We encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or belief, or disability.