Legal Billing & Client Specialist

One of the world’s best US law firm is looking to hire a new Billing & Client Specialist to work on an initial 6 months Fixed Term Contract.  This is a high-profile role within the Firm, and will require daily interactions with Partners and clients. Consequently, a high level of personal confidence and professionalism is required. Responsibilities will include, to gain the respect and confidence of Partners that client relationships will be appropriately executed by demonstrating professionalism, responsiveness and a strong work ethic, interface with client accounts payable departments (or other designated representatives) in a manner that demonstrates professionalism in keeping with the firm’s values and commitment to client service, prepare and review monthly draft bills to include addressing billing discrepancies in advance of partner review; discussing and implementing any changes; obtaining billing authorisation from the partner; and ensuring consistent adherence to client-specific guidelines, respond to all queries regarding time entry and/or billing; proactively contact timekeepers to review time entry protocols, obtain third-party/vendor expense back-up, and redact all client and personal information not relevant to the matter and participate in the collections process, resolving delinquent accounts in a timely manner according to Firm policy and escalating appropriately to Firm’s management.  Applicants will require strong experience working within a legal services, the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, a good knowledge of VAT and Solicitors Accounts Rules is essential, having strong attention to detail and organisation skills with good grades achieved through your education where a degree is preferred yet not essential.  Standard hours are 9:30 – 17:30 with this firm housed in the most stunning office in the City however currently this role will be worked remotely.  Full time equivalent salary is £35,000.