Fees Clerk (parental leave cover)

Job description

ROLE TITLE: Fees Clerk (Parental Leave Cover – Fixed Term)
REPORTS TO: Chief Executive
KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Head of Chambers, Members, Chief Executive,
Practice Managers, Administrators, instructing Solicitors,
additional clients and agencies

About Tanfield Chambers
Tanfield Chambers is a leading set of barristers’ chambers, renowned for excellence in
business and property law. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding client service and
fostering a collaborative, inclusive working environment. Joining us means becoming part of
a supportive team committed to professionalism and innovation.

Responsibilities

Billing & Fee Collection

• Prepare and issue fee notes and invoices
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with funding rules.
• Coordinate billing and fee collection processes for timely recovery of professional
  fees.
• Submit claims via Legal Aid Agency’s CCMS and process CF1 forms.
• Oversee Legal Aid payment on account scheme

Credit Control

• Generate automated workflow reminders for outstanding fees.
• Review and manage credit control systems; recommend improvements.
• Deal directly with credit control queries and provide bank details.

Reporting & Administration

• Produce reminder reports, action documents, and payment applications.
• Prepare information for the Chief Executive and liaise with barristers’ accountants.
• Maintain accurate records in case management systems (e.g., LEX).
• File documentation and correspondence promptly.

Stakeholder Liaison

• Communicate effectively with solicitors, courts, other chambers, and agencies.
• Liaise with Practice Management Team regarding case information and fee
  amendments.
• Liaise weekly with Bar Tax and submit bank reconciliations.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Ensure compliance with IBC Professional Code of Conduct.
• Stay updated on developments in Legal Aid, CFA agreements, and billing regulations.
• Maintain personal and professional development.

About You
The successful candidate will need to be able to become operational quickly, work accurately
with limited supervision after handover, and be confident dealing with members, solicitors
and internal stakeholders.

• Previous experience in billing or credit control, ideally within a barristers’ chambers.
• Knowledge of Legal Aid Agency processes and the high-cost scheme
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and case management systems (LEX or similar).
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced
  environment.
• Professional presentation and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start date. Tanfield Chambers is
  not able to provide sponsorship for this fixed-term role.

Contract Details

• Duration: Fixed-term parental leave cover for an initial period of 6 months, currently
  expected to run from Monday 17 August 2026 to February 2027, subject to the return
  date of the substantive post-holder and Chambers’ business requirements.
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Location: Chambers in London with possible hybrid working by agreement once the
  successful candidate is fully inducted.
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience
• Training: A structured handover and induction will be provided, including training on
  LEX, billing workflows, credit control processes, Legal Aid/CCMS procedures,
  reconciliation processes and internal reporting requirements.
• Start date: Monday 17 August 2026

Commitment to Diversity
Tanfield Chambers is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all
backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourage
applications from underrepresented groups.

Application Process
Please send your CV and covering letter to dhaigh@tanfieldchambers.co.uk.

Closing date:
Monday 3 August 2026, although we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if a suitable
candidate is found. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.
Candidates should be available to start on Monday 17 August 2026, or very shortly thereafter
by agreement.