Job Description

United Kingdom
- 020 7404 4004
Job details Posted 10 July 2025 SalaryNegotiable LocationLondon Job type Discipline Reference283424_1752133786
Consultant
Consultant - Legal Finance & Accounting
Senior Revenue Controller
I am delighted to be partnered with a top US law firm in their search for a Senior Revenue Controller to join their London office. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Revenue controller looking for a step up to a senior role.
Day duties of the role include:

• Ensure matters are billed as soon as commercially viable and in line with fee arrangements to maximise recovery and meet WIP cycle targets
• Manage work-in-progress balances by monitoring WIP levels against original quotes and alerting Partners/Matter Managers to potential overruns
• Collaborate with Partners, Matter Managers, PAs, and the Business Manager to drive timely billing of matters
• Provide clients with regular fee updates and flag any out-of-scope work
• Liaise with clients regarding billing details and requirements to avoid unnecessary bill reversals
• Chase clients for outstanding billing details, such as PO numbers
• Initiate new ideas to enhance client relationships by proactively contacting clients about billing requirements, adding value to the relationship
• Act as a key contact for the eBilling team and attend regular update meetings
• Identify potential problem areas and escalate issues to the Revenue Manager, including reviewing eBills in broker systems
• Support Partners and Matter Managers by working closely with the Credit Controller to chase debts in line with payment terms
• Influence fee earners to meet cash targets through regular one-to-one meetings reviewing debtor lists and cash pledge data
• Manage expectations around cash inflow through regular updates to the Revenue Manager and direct client communication
• Attend prayer meetings to share best practices in matter management, including guidance on billing services and available reports
• Drive improvements in financial hygiene aligned with the firm's Net Investment objectives

You will need experience in:

• Confident and professional when engaging directly with clients
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Skilled at building a network of internal contacts across departments
• Previous experience in a legal practice, ideally within a top ten law firm
• In-depth understanding of the billing process within a law firm
• Detailed understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• General understanding of IT and finance systems
• Uses commercial insight to enhance influence when working with Partners and clients

If you meet the requirements of this role and are a looking for a new position in legal finance, apply below, or reach out to
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