Legal Billing Clerk

Legal Billing Clerk
Location: Hayes, West London
Salary: Circa £30,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
We’re currently recruiting for a dedicated Legal Billing Clerk to join a well-respected legal practice based in the Hayes area. This firm has built a strong reputation for client care and justice, and this position plays a crucial part in keeping their financial processes running smoothly—especially when it comes to Legal Aid billing.
If you have prior billing experience in a legal setting, especially within criminal law or Legal Aid claims, this could be the perfect long-term opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Preparing and submitting Legal Aid bills, including CRM7, Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court claims.
* Liaising with the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), cost draftsmen, and court staff to manage queries & ensure successful submissions.
* Managing and monitoring WIP, submitting Payment on Account claims, and handling rejected or appealed claims where necessary.
* Supporting with private client billing and file closures.
* Posting disbursements and professional fees accurately within the case management system.
* Ensuring all billing is completed in line with deadlines and regulatory requirements.
What We’re Looking For:
* Solid understanding of Legal Aid billing procedures, particularly within criminal law.
* High level of accuracy and a strong grasp of numbers.
* Excellent time management and organisation to handle multiple billing deadlines.
* Confident communicator with experience liaising with fee earners, courts, and external agencies.
* Competency in Excel and legal case management systems.
Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit team within a well-established criminal law firm. If you’re passionate about accuracy, have prior experience in legal finance, and want a stable role in a respected practice—this is a great step forward.
* Competitive salary (based on experience)
* Friendly and collaborative team culture
* Valuable exposure in a Legal Aid and criminal law environment
* Long-term career potential for the right person
What You Need to Do Now:
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, then apply today! If not quite right but you know the perfect person, remember we have doubled our refer-a-friend scheme to a £100 voucher! You qualify once we have recorded the referral and they are placed in a permanent role (and pass their probation). Visit our website and read our blog for more: Double the Reward!
If you're interested in this role, please submit your CV today. Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard from us within 48 hours, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
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