* Award winning Australian private practice
* A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
* 12-14-month fixed term contract (parental leave cover)
About the Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra, with global reach.
Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Credit Controller to join our Finance team on a 12-14-month fixed term contract commencing March 2026.
This role plays a key part in improving cash flow across the firm by managing overdue accounts and supporting legal practice groups to resolve billing and payment issues. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role where you'll work closely with internal stakeholders and clients to ensure timely resolution of billing and payment issues.
We are seeking a proactive and resilient professional with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the confidence to manage sensitive conversations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Although this team primarily work remotely, initial in-person onboarding and handover at our Melbourne office will set you up for success. While the team operates remotely, you'll have the flexibility to work in line with the firm's hybrid approach should you wish.
Responsibilities
* Reduction of the firm's overall debt through collection of debt on behalf of legal practice groups
* Flagging of matters with delayed payments
* Notification of client query/dispute to relevant matter manager
* Follow up with matter manager for resolution to client query/dispute
* Escalation to Credit Manager as appropriate
* Provision of monthly statements to clients
* Preparing monthly debtor reports
* Written and verbal follow up of debtors in line with firm debtor management policy
* Managing overdue accounts and negotiating repayment terms
* Resolution of invoice and account queries received from clients
* Completing comprehensive file notes
* Debtor file management
* Weekly and monthly reporting to Credit Manager
* Achieve monthly collections targets
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience working in a law firm
* Experience in debt recovery, credit control, collections, or assisting with debtor management as part of a legal support role
* Proven ability to manage overdue accounts and meet collection targets
* Confidence handling client invoice queries, disputes and follow-ups
* The ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external client relationships
* High attention to detail with accurate file notes and debtor record management
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with people of all position levels
* Ability to prioritise workloads, escalate issues appropriately and work to deadlines
* Work proactively, independently and in a team
* Experience using client management and finance systems, particularly Aderant, Elite and ARCS would be advantageous
Culture
People choose Landers for our down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Benefits
* Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team
* Additional leave:to encourage you to take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise, we offer an annual wellness day and if you meet the criteria, you may be eligible to receive up to 5 days of paid leave.
* Home office, fitness & wellness allowance: receive an annual $250 allowance in return for remote office equipment, fitness, and/or wellness expense
* Tech discounts:access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
How to apply
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Applications Close:30 January 2026
Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.