Revenue Controller

The role is primarily responsible for the day to day management of the work-in-progress for designated practice groups covering the firm’s UK offices. This is a proactive role, supporting and working alongside other Revenue Controllers in seeking to achieve and maintain an optimum lock-up cycle and act as a focal point for matter partners and matter fee earners within those designated practice groups.

This role will also be responsible for the supervision and development of the billing assistants, production and delivery of an efficient and effective bill processing service and ensuring a high-quality service in day to day work. Leading change in approaches to new systems and processes.

In addition, this role involves advising the business on acknowledged best practice to obtain the most beneficial commercial deals from our clients and is also responsible for producing and interpreting key management reports. The role will approximately spend 70% focussed on Revenue Control and 30% on bill processing including drafting and engrossment.

• Ensuring that MFEs and MPs return any issued work-in-progress reports and any drafted bills on a timely basis to meet pledged targets and timetable requirements.
• Consistently sharing knowledge and skills with colleagues.
• Ensuring that all processes are carried out accurately and in a timely manner, in line with agreed service levels.
• Adhering to agreed best practices, policies and processes whilst adapting to local requirements as necessary.
• Excellent academics.
• Commercially driven.
• Experience in a Law firm environment with experience of billing processes.
• Able to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
• Flexibility and a willingness to work additional hours on occasion as required.

We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.

We are proud to rank as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, a Stonewall Top Global Employer, and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture.

All UK offices have their own artwork collections – including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our business plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm.

Our in-house generative AI tool, Percy, won the ‘Innovation in Automation and AI Tools’ category at the 2024 FT Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards. This achievement highlights our commitment to technological innovation and client service. We have been commended in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 across three categories: construction, employment, and intellectual property. Our profile is highly positive, highlighting our sector specialisms and notable case and transactional work.

Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families.

Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs.

We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview. Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges. We’re an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities.

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