At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a supportive team to manage credit control and ensure smooth cash flow.
- Company: A forward-thinking law firm focused on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, health initiatives, and professional development.
- Other info: Diverse culture with opportunities for growth and a commitment to sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Previous credit control experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Ready to take your career to the next level? We’re one of the UK’s most forward‑thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration and ambition. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your credit control skills and be part of a genuinely supportive team – join us, and let’s shape the future together.
Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger – not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone.
The role in 60 seconds
- Role: Credit Controller
- Team: Accounts
- Location: Plymouth, Exeter or Bristol
- Working Pattern: Full-time (12 x month fixed term contract)
Why this role matters: You’ll play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly by ensuring cash flow remains healthy, billing is accurate and relationships with clients and internal stakeholders are handled with professionalism and care.
What you’ll do
- Join a friendly, collaborative Accounts team.
- Proactively chase overdue invoices.
- Work towards cash collection targets and support financial performance.
- Partner with lawyers and stakeholders to resolve queries and manage debt.
- Follow the firm’s collections policy to ensure consistency and best practice.
- Support end‑to‑end billing, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.
- Maintain accurate records, including updates on payment pledges.
- Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Provide clear advice on billing and credit control queries.
- Produce ad hoc reports for the Billing and Credit Manager and wider team.
What we’re looking for
- Previous credit control experience within a professional services or legal environment.
- Strong understanding of accounts processes: client ledgers, disbursements, office accounts.
- Confident Excel and Word skills.
- Experience dealing with stakeholders and clients at all levels with professionalism.
- The ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
- A proactive, organised approach and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in enhancing systems and processes.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to balance empathy with a focus on prompt cash collection.
- Good working knowledge of accounting and banking procedures.
- Experience with legal practice management systems (desirable).
- AAT or ICM qualifications (desirable).
- A strong team ethic and a collaborative, supportive approach.
We’re not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth. What if I don’t tick every box? If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.
Join a seriously ambitious firm
At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:
- An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
- A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
- A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
- A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
- Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
Progressive benefits tailored to you
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:
- Competitive salary and performance‑linked bonus.
- Enhanced parental leave policies.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. mental health support, gym memberships).
Equal Opportunities Employer
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we invite applicants to complete optional demographic questions. Any information you choose to share will be anonymised and not linked to your application. We are equally committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates.
Credit Controller (12month FTC) in Exeter employer: Foot Anstey LLP
At Foot Anstey, we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s most innovative law firms, offering a dynamic work environment in Plymouth, Exeter, or Bristol. Our culture is rooted in collaboration and inclusivity, providing employees with ample opportunities for professional development and personal growth, alongside a competitive benefits package that prioritises wellbeing. Join us to make a meaningful impact while being part of a supportive team that values diverse perspectives and fosters a sense of belonging.
