Credit Controller - 12 Month FTC

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Type: Full TimeTime: 12 Month FTCLocation: ManchesterWorking Pattern: 2 days in the office, 3 days remoteDepartment: Working Capital – Finance (Manchester) The Role This role is a high‑volume, fast‑paced Credit Controller position within the Working Capital Team. You will support senior partners with the end‑to‑end debt collection process, drive cash collection performance, and contribute to aged debt reporting and analysis. The role requires strong communication, professionalism and the ability to work independently while building strong relationships with both clients and internal stakeholders. Essential Skills & Experience Technical & Professional Skills
Credit Control experience (CC experience within a law firm is desirable) Strong communication and negotiation skills, including at senior level Ability to prioritise and manage an extensive caseload Proficient in Excel Working knowledge of 3E, Elite Collections or similar systems (desirable)
Role Responsibilities
Collect invoice debt in line with the collections strategy and monthly targets Hold regular meetings with partners and clients, supported by targeted reporting Follow up overdue invoices via phone, email and letter within agreed timescales Escalate non‑payment promptly to the appropriate internal teams Maintain accurate notes and status updates within Elite Resolve queries from case handlers, clients and internal Finance teams Use Firm systems such as 3E, Axxia, iManage and Visual Files to investigate queries Build strong knowledge of your ledger and accurately forecast month‑end positions Maintain up‑to‑date “How To” guides to ensure continuity of work Support ad hoc projects to help achieve agreed debt targets
Competencies
Methodical approach with excellent attention to detail Ability to establish and maintain strong internal and external relationships Influencing and negotiation skills that support positive payment outcomes Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy Team‑focused attitude, promoting the value of Credit Control within the Firm
What Sets This Role Apart
Exposure to senior stakeholders across a leading global law firm Opportunity to manage complex, high‑value client portfolios Involvement in strategic cashflow performance and lock‑up improvement initiatives
What’s In It For You
Modern, flexible working – Minimum of 2 days in the office per week, 3 days from home Join an award‑winning global firm – Clyde & Co is ranked Band 1 in multiple practice areas by Chambers and Legal 500, and was recently named Insurance Law Firm of the Year (Best Lawyers Germany 2025) Career progression and development – Structured learning programmes, secondments, and internal mobility across global offices Inclusive, supportive culture – Recognised as GCC Law Firm of the Year and Pro Bono Firm of the Year, demonstrating commitment to community, DE&I and purpose‑led work Attractive perks – Life assurance from day one, season ticket loans, lifestyle discounts, annual Wellbeing Day, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, and more Please note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and length of service. Full details will be confirmed upon joining.
Our Commitment Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process. A Note on Privacy Please take a moment to read our privacy notice. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, how it’s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject. If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this privacy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Manchester
Job Type:
FullTime

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