A leading international law firm is looking to hire a Revenue Controller into its London based finance team.
This is a role for someone who enjoys being close to the commercial engine of a firm, working with Partners and matter teams to keep billing on track, manage receivables, and drive timely cash collection across a busy portfolio.
From day one, you will sit in the space between fee earners and finance. You will build strong working relationships with Partners and matter managers, meeting regularly to review WIP and AR, agreeing clear next steps and making sure actions do not drift.
The role is as much about pace and influence as it is about process. You will be expected to bring structure, keep stakeholders informed, and move matters forward with confidence and professionalism.
Billing is a core part of the role. You will draft and finalise invoices in line with firm policy and regulatory requirements, ensure the right documentation is filed, and keep a close eye on WIP so billing happens at the right time with accurate narratives, rates and coding. You will also support fee updates and respond quickly when clients require specific formats, supporting information, or tighter timelines.
On the collections side, you will stay close to aged debt, agree action plans with Partners, and assist with collections for your stakeholder group. Where needed, you will work with central credit control support, but you will remain accountable for progress and communication. You will also keep the ledgers clean by reviewing unallocated cash and balances on account, making sure items are allocated and resolved promptly.
Reporting and forecasting are a meaningful part of the position. You will prepare monthly and quarterly billing and cash collection forecasts, working with finance leadership and senior stakeholders to provide a clear view of performance and risk. You will also act as a central point of contact for billing and collections matters on key client relationships, providing regular reporting and helping resolve issues before they become blockers.
This is a collaborative role within a wider revenue team, and you will work closely with PAs, revenue assistants, and offshore operational support to maintain momentum and consistency. You will also liaise with finance colleagues across EMEA, supporting revenue and credit control activity across the region.
Compliance matters throughout. You will work within the Solicitors Accounts Rules, particularly around earmarking of funds and residual balances, and ensure VAT and local taxes are reflected correctly. You will also support write offs, time transfers and rate adjustments, keeping systems up to date and making sure the audit trail is clear.
What they’re looking for
This role suits someone with at least three years of in depth revenue control and collections experience, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment. You will be comfortable working directly with Partners, confident handling difficult conversations, and able to balance client service with commercial outcomes. Strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines are essential.
Experience with Elite 3E, Aderant, or a similar practice management system is important, along with strong Excel and Word skills. Knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules and VAT is highly beneficial. Additional languages are helpful but not required.
Working pattern and package snapshot
This is a full time permanent position based in London. Standard hours are 9:30 to 18:00, with four days in the office per week Monday to Thursday.
The firm offers a competitive benefits package, typically including private medical cover, matched pension, wellbeing allowance, income protection and life assurance, plus optional benefits such as dental, cycle to work, and holiday purchase.
If you enjoy working close to the commercial detail, partnering with senior stakeholders, and taking real ownership of billing and collections outcomes, this is a strong opportunity.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences and characteristics.
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