Billing Clerk

Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Billing Clerk to join our highly regarded, well- established niche firm within our Administration department.

If this vacancy resonates with your skills and interests, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please follow the link to upload your CV and cover letter and our Human Resources Team will be in touch.

Diversity and Inclusion: Since we at Peter Edwards Law are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic work environment, we encourage you to apply even if your prior experience doesn’t quite match every aspect of the job description. You may be just the right candidate for this or for other roles in our firm.

• Good academic results, particularly in English and Maths.
• Previous legal experience and knowledge of Legal Aid funding are advantageous.
• Previous experience in a billing/costs role is advantageous.
• Previous experience with CCMS is advantageous.
• A pleasant yet assertive and confident manner.
• Ability to work independently while also providing support to a team.
• Effective skills in both verbal and written communication.
• Strong personal efficiency alongside excellent organisational capabilities.
• Thorough, pragmatic approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive and self-starter.
• Competent in the use of information technology.

Organisation

• Auditing files prepared for billing, including Work in Progress (WIP) and disbursements.
• Checking and preparing files before submission to the Costs Draftsman.
• Liaising with Chambers to obtain CF1
  
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• Conducting routine administrative tasks, including the production of documents.
• Maintaining diligent checks to ensure all deadlines are adhered to.
• Ensure all relevant files are kept in good order.
• Dealing with queries on billing files
• Potentially assisting with the calculation and preparation of legal help and CLR matters, assisting with monthly bulk load.
• To undertake any specific training as required and to take responsibility for one’s own self-development.
• To ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information.
• To maintain high standards in the processing of work

The list of duties is not exhaustive, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives.

Full time

Permanent

Office Based

If you think you have the skills and experience required for this role, please complete the form below and attach your CV and cover letter.