Executive, Billing Operations - EMEA - Norton Rose Fulbright LLP : Job Details

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We're Norton Rose Fulbright - a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide. We provide the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. At Norton Rose Fulbright, our strategy and our culture are closely entwined. We know that our expansion will mean little unless it is underpinned by truly global collaboration and we understand that pioneering work only takes place when our people have room to move and think beyond boundaries. As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do. 

Are you innovative, commercial, and value the work you do? Join Norton Rose Fulbright, a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide, as a Billing Operations Executive in our Newcastle office.

Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to diversity and innovation. We believe that different approaches and points of view drive innovation, and we are building a culture where differences are valued. Our clients come first, and while we expect the best from our employees, we offer an exceptionally competitive pension, private healthcare, and a range of flexible benefits.

The Billing Operations Executive is part of the EMEA Working Capital Management team within the UK Finance Department. Reporting to one of the Billing Operations Supervisors, you will ensure the effective delivery of bill preparation, production, and support to teams across EMEA.

Job responsibilities;

• Drafting and editing pre-bills with detailed attention across the EMEA region
• Editing WIP including narrative changes, write-offs, updating codes, and other ad hoc requests
• Checking and finalizing pre-bills to generate invoices in line with local VAT requirements
• Issuing credit notes and reissuing invoices as instructed
• Managing client or business specific billing portfolios and monthly billing cycles
• Generating interim bills and internal invoices
• Bill dispatch - sending client invoices, narratives, and supporting documents via email/letter
• Managing billing workflow to ensure quick turnaround in line with SLAs
• Updating matter maintenance such as billing methods, e-billing information, and rates
• Liaising with the EMEA Revenue Team to foster positive working relationships

Skills & Experience Required

• Team player with strong communication skills
• Adaptable and able to complete tasks independently
• Self-motivated and dedicated to task completion
• Legal billing experience and knowledge of practice management systems (e.g., Aderant Expert, Elite, or SAP) is an advantage but not essential
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture
• Continuous improvement mentality
• Articulate and professional, with a well-developed sense of discretion

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people’s health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.