Credit Controller – Legal Accounts (6‑Month FTC)

Lawfront; Reading; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Field Seymour Parkes is seeking a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join our Finance team for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role will play a key part in supporting the firm's cash flow objectives, building strong relationships with clients and fee earners, and ensuring outstanding debts are managed effectively and professionally.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong collection skills who enjoys working collaboratively in a professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Credit Control role.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Confident telephone manner handling sensitive conversations.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively.
• Experience in professional services or legal environment is advantageous.
• A positive, team-oriented approach and willingness to support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of outstanding debtors and chase payments via telephone and email.
• Build effective relationships with clients to secure payment and resolve balances.
• Work closely with fee earners to review and manage client debt positions.
• Identify problem debts and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Monitor payment plans and deferred payment arrangements.
• Handle incoming client queries relating to outstanding accounts.
• Processing card payments over the telephone.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring collection activities are up to date.
• Supporting the wider Finance team with ad hoc credit control duties as required.

Skills

Credit control

Communication skills

Telephone manner

Organisation

Prioritisation

Legal experience advantage

Team player

Job description

Field Seymour Parkes is seeking a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join our Finance team for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role will play a key part in supporting the firm's cash flow objectives, building strong relationships with clients and fee earners, and ensuring outstanding debts are managed effectively and professionally.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong collection skills who enjoys working collaboratively in a professional services environment.