Legal Help & Civil Billing Manager

Position Title: Legal Help & Civil Billings Manager

Location: FULLY REMOTE

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Reference: 37105

Work Type: FULLY REMOTE

A new role has arisen for a Legal Help & Civil Billings Manager to manage a team, ensure compliance and oversee the legal help claims process.

This role is remote working for one of the most prestigious law firms covering London, Manchester and Thames Valley.

This role does require strong leadership and technical expertise in legal help and civil billing.

This role offers an opportunity to lead a vital function within our civil billing team, drive improvements, and contribute to the firm's financial and operational success.

Required Experience to include:

• Experience in legal help, EC claims and the associated funding regulations
• Strong knowledge of Legal Aid Agency requirement and audit processes
• Previous management experience in a legal billing outfit

Key responsibilities

• Review and approve legal help claims prepared before submission
• Minimise rejections
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to fee-earners on legal help queries
• Adhere to regulations including -
  • Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012
  • Standard Civil Contract and Specification
  • Costs Assessment Guidance (2018/2024)
• Prepare for and support the firm during Legal Aid Agency audits
• Work collaboratively with the Head of Billing to meet departmental targets
• Identify areas for improvement

Salary is dependent on experience but will be in excess of £40,000.

If you would like to be considered, please contact Victoria on or at