Credit Control Manager - Law Firm

CV Screen; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in Central London is seeking a Credit Control Manager to oversee credit control functions. The role offers a salary up to £50,000 and allows for hybrid working. Candidates should have strong knowledge of credit control, debt recovery, and financial reporting, along with proficiency in Excel and experience in mentoring junior staff.

Benefits

Hybrid working – 2 days from home

Salary up to £50,000

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 or equivalent required; CICM qualification or pursuing it is desirable.
• Experience in credit control and debt recovery is essential.
• Excellent Excel skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor aged debts and manage debtor days.
• Negotiate payment plans to protect the firm.
• Chase overdue payments efficiently.

Skills

Credit control knowledge

Debt recovery skills

Financial reporting

Legal billing practices

Excel proficiency

Mentoring junior staff

Dispute resolution

Education

AAT Level 3 or equivalent

CICM qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Credit Control Manager - Law Firm
Central London
Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 + Hybrid Working

CV Screen is recruiting for a Credit Controller to join a fantastic legal firm based in Central London. You will be joining a friendly, rapidly growing business who are committed to providing exceptional service to their clients.

Duties Include

• Monitor aged debts and manage debtor days.
• Assess new clients and set credit limits.
• Maintain effective credit control procedures.
• Report on debtor positions and cash forecasts.
• Negotiate payment plans to protect the firm.
• Chase overdue payments efficiently.
• Escalate issues and liaise with partners/fee earners.
• Collaborate on resolving billing queries.

Required Skills

• AAT Level 3 or equivalent; CICM qualification or working towards (desirable)
• Knowledge of credit control, debt recovery, financial reporting, and legal billing practices
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience managing and mentoring junior staff
• Skilled in resolving disputes and handling sensitive conversations

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working – 2 days from home

Location

Central London

To Apply

Please send your CV to Matt Wright at CV Screen in strict confidence or apply directly to this job posting. CV Screen is the Recruitment Agency managing this vacancy.

Alternate Job Titles

Credit Controller | Senior Credit Controller | Credit Control Officer | Credit Control Manager