Chambers is seeking to recruit an organised, proactive, and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills to join their dynamic team and play a vital role in managing fee collection and maintaining strong relationships with barristers, solicitors, and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor the Fees Inbox and address queries promptly.
- Process reminders for outstanding fees using the LEX workflow system.
- Assist in recovering aged debt by liaising with clients and barristers.
- Draft bespoke communications to resolve fee-related issues.
- Accurately record payments and ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations.
- Conduct annual fee reviews and support barristers with Legal Aid applications.
- Dealing with reduction requests.
- Uploading invoices onto billing portals as needed.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Chambers’ policies and procedures.
What they’re looking for:
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills with a tenacious approach to fee collection.
- Self-motivated, team-oriented, and confident in handling challenging situations.
- Flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive mindset to identify and resolve problems.
- Exceptional time management skills and attention to detail.
- Experience of working within legal sector, preferably as a fees clerk.
- Knowledge of legal funding systems (such as Combar, CFA, private and pro-bono) and contracts (desirable).
- Knowledge of Lex (desirable).
Why join Outer Temple Chambers:
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunity to develop your skills and take on new challenges.
- Work in a role that directly contributes to the success of our Chambers.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment, we would love to hear from you!
Equality & Diversity
Outer Temple Chambers is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity amongst its staff and members. We are also a Disability Confident Employer.
Benefits
- 26 days annual leave
- Birthday Leave
- Holiday Buy Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Eyecare at work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Subsidised staff social events
- Health insurance (after 12 months of service)