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Contract Legal Billing Specialist (Legal Biller)

Multiple East Coast Cities, US

Employment Type: Temporary Position Function: Administrative Job Number: 16750077

Job Description

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious law firm, headquartered in Chicago, IL, and London, England, is known for its multi-billion-dollar operations, employing over 3,600 lawyers worldwide. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, high standards, and professional growth. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values problem-solving and innovation while supporting some of the top professionals in the legal industry. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is proud to partner with a leading global business law firm to find a collaborative, results-oriented Legal Executive Assistant to join their team.

What You Will Do

US Clients
  • Expected to manage complex billing in terms of volumes, global clients, and electronic billing assignments.
  • Performs a variety of duties to support the full billing cycle to include reviewing and editing prebills, seeking requisite approvals for deferrals, write-offs and time transfers.
  • Fields billing inquiries. Tracks and resolves tickets assigned by the Accounting Service Desk on a daily basis.
  • Meets SLA requirements for response and resolution.
  • High level of proficiency in BillBlast and key electronic billing vendor sites, quality assurance prior to client invoice finalization, and root-cause analysis for electronic bill rejection.
  • Pursues root-cause rejection resolution.
  • Maintains an accurate description of all client billing requirements which may also include guidelines established by the client s general counsel.
  • Updates and tracks changes to the requirements as necessary.
  • Able to summarize and communicate to key stakeholders.
  • Responsible for obtaining complex monthly reporting that may require collaboration with other teams.
  • Reviews data for accuracy prior to submitting.
  • Gathers and submits accrual information based on client requirements.
  • Finalizes invoices and submits directly to the client (per policy) or provides to attorneys for transmission to the client (per approved exceptions to policy). Includes other billing information as needed.
  • Submits finalized invoices electronically based on client requirements.
  • Continuously strives to improve client service and deliverables.
  • Utilizes knowledge of the legal industry to deliver appropriate solutions to the client.
  • Shares expertise and knowledge to support team member development.
  • Effectively engages with all team members.Able to proxy for or with manager when additional team support is required.
  • Drives improvements through collaboration with other departments.
  • Engages appropriate tools and resources provided to effectively deliver assignments and meet deadlines. Manages time efficiently.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Global Clients
  • Coordinates and leads global client unified billing. This includes managing global client account assignments and performing all full-cycle billing functions associated with both the firm s and the client s billing requirements.
  • Responsible for obtaining complex monthly reporting that may require collaboration with other teams. Reviews data for accuracy prior to submitting.
  • Liaises directly, or via assigned team support, with international counterparts to obtain accurate accrual and forecasting information for monthly client reporting.
  • Keeps U.S. Billing Timekeeper informed and follows up with international counterparts as required to ensure that engaged locations stay within budget and issues invoices timely.
  • Initiates troubleshooting issues with finance counterparts as needed.
  • Tracks and resolves tickets assigned by the Accounting Service Desk on a daily basis.
  • Generates global client LEDES files for electronic billing based on client requirements.

Who You Are

  • 5 years experience successfully managing high-volume billing portfolios in a law or professional services firm
  • Experience as a team lead (preferred)
  • Expert experience and knowledge with the following:
  • Client Accounts (to include domestic, global, and e-Billing)
  • Direct Billing or Client Accounts
  • Experience with Quality Assurance and a strong understanding of pricing arrangements
  • Experience with strong computer skills, including advanced proficiency of Excel, as well as accounting systems such as Aderant are required
  • Requires proficiency in e-billing applications such as Bill Blast or e-Billing Hub.
  • Must be team-oriented and have the ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, which may require long hours to meet workload needs
  • Must have strong attention to detail
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex problems
  • Must have proven analytical skills
  • Must exercise sound judgment and have decision-making skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to interact with business professionals and timekeepers
  • Ability to work independently and take direction well
  • Ability to lead and manage a diverse team and provide training and guidance to ensure consistent application of billing procedures across the team

Why Join This Team?

  • Support a renowned, multi-billion-dollar global law firm with a reputation for excellence
  • Work closely with high-level partners and clients, managing critical operations
  • Join a culture of collaboration and high performance, fostering professional growth

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About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is a leading provider of Contingent Workforce Solutions, Executive Search, Leadership and Individual Contributor hiring, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic objectives through expert talent acquisition. Our specialties include sales, marketing, finance/accounting and operations hiring. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market trends, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search helps organizations build high-performing teams and navigate complex workforce challenges. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search specializes in U.S. Hiring for Global Businesses.

Meet Your Recruiter

Amber Wishart
Director of Talent Acquisition

With over 12 years of dedicated experience in executive search and talent acquisition, Amber Wishart brings a wealth of expertise across diverse industries including Capital Equipment, Industrial, Financial Services, Consumer Packaged Goods, Information Technology, and Marketing. At Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search, Amber leads a team of Senior Recruiters while managing a portfolio of core clients, specializing in placing Vice President to C-suite executives across Finance, Accounting, Sales, Operations, and Marketing functions throughout North America.

Before joining Naviga, Amber honed her leadership and operational skills in a family-owned construction business, gaining invaluable insight into how strategic vision and hands-on leadership drive organizational success. This unique perspective shapes her approach to executive search, where she combines a proprietary talent pool and a comprehensive 5-step vetting process to deliver candidates who not only meet skill requirements but also align culturally and strategically with her clients’ long-term goals.

One of Amber’s standout accomplishments includes leading a confidential search for a Chief Marketing Officer at a global fintech company. This complex assignment required a strategic, discreet approach to attract top-tier passive candidates and successfully establish the company’s U.S. leadership presence.

Amber is passionate about maintaining a candidate-centric hiring experience in today’s competitive market, advising clients on the importance of presenting compelling, authentic opportunities to attract top talent. She embraces continuous learning by engaging deeply with candidates and clients alike, enabling her to provide strategic guidance that goes beyond traditional recruitment.

Known internally as the “Non-Ghosting Recruiter,” Amber prides herself on transparent, respectful communication and building strong, lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Outside of work, she is actively involved in her local church and animal rescue efforts, and serves as Vice President of Membership for her local Toastmasters club, where she enjoys helping others grow their communication skills.

Amber also dedicates time to supporting U.S. Special Operations Forces transitioning to civilian careers, offering personalized guidance that leverages their leadership strengths in new professional opportunities.

Driven by authenticity, hard work, and a passion for meaningful connections, Amber embodies Naviga’s culture of high performance paired with genuine care, making her a trusted advisor and valued leader within the firm.

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