Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
Law firm in BS1
Your new role
You'll join a respected, fast-growing Bristol law firm where billing accuracy, client care and commercial awareness sit at the heart of the operation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, deadline-driven environment and enjoys being the steady, detail-driven partner to Fee Earners and Partners.
What you'll be doing
- Managing the full legal billing cycle from draft bills to final submission
- Preparing, reviewing and amending bills in line with client agreements, rate cards and matter requirements
- Ensuring compliance with SLAs, billing guidelines and regulatory standards
- Working closely with Partners, Fee Earners and the wider Finance team to resolve queries quickly and professionally
- Monitoring WIP, aged debt and unbilled time to support accurate forecasting
- Supporting month-end processes, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all billing outputs are audit-ready
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience as a Billing Specialist or Billing Administrator within legal or wider professional services or utilities firm
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- High attention to detail, accuracy and consistency under pressure
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a calm, professional style
- Understanding of WIP management and billing compliance
What you'll get in return
Exceptional Benefits PackageThis firm invests heavily in its people and offers a benefits package that genuinely stands out:
- Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the Bristol office)
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Private medical insurance with optional family cover
- Life assurance & income protection
- Annual bonus scheme linked to firm and individual performance
- Professional development support
- Wellbeing programme including counselling, EAP, mental-health support and wellness sessions
- Discounted legal services for you and your family
- Modern, high-spec offices close to Temple Meads
- Clear progression pathways within a growing finance function
Why this role matters
Billing in a law firm is more than processing invoices – it's about protecting client relationships, supporting Partners, and ensuring the financial health of the firm. You'll be a trusted, visible part of the business with real influence and ownership.
What you need to do now
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