The Credit Controller will be based in the firm's Leeds office (in a Hybrid working capacity) and will focus on maximizing client turnover and minimizing bad debts whilst working as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in providing high level support to the Collections team whilst working within a fast paced environment. Primary responsibilities include:

Day to day management of the assigned ledger

Understanding how KPIs are set and how best to achieve them

Building relationships with partners and fee earners to ensure the collection policy is adhered to and escalate any problems clients, fee earners or debts to the management team

To be able to correctly identify clients that default on payment terms and to liaise with the lawyers/partners on the most appropriate course of action to take, taking into account the profile of the client

Maintaining detailed and accurate notes regarding debtors on the firms internal system and ensuring the team leader is equipped with the relevant data on the Credit Controller's assigned ledger

Have a good understanding of the client and the nature of their business

Holding regular meetings with Practice Group Heads and Partners

Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task and produce quality work within tight deadlines

Strong communicator together with effective negotiation skills both with clients and the lawyers/partners

Able to interact positively at all levels within a law firm and be a team player

Confident using MS Office, including Work and Excel

Maintain a strong attention to detail and the ability to deal with confidential matter with discretion

Can demonstrate initiative and the ability to be proactive, while also being able to follow instructions

Deliver a 'can do' and proactive approach at all times

Flexible and prepared to work additional hours at month, quarter and year ends to assist the Revenue team with month end processes

The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world's largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations.

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)

Competitive vacation packages

Educational assistance and professional development programmes

Savings or pension plan

Life insurance

Travel insurance

Global mental wellness programme

Sports clubs and social events