Senior Billing Analyst - UAE

The Role

The Senior Billing Analyst will be responsible for managing the billing process for a portfolio of clients and matters, working closely with Partners, lawyers, and internal Finance teams to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant billing.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end\-to\-end legal billing process, from pre\-bill review through to final invoice.
• Prepare and review client invoices in accordance with agreed billing schedules and requirements.
• Review time entries, disbursements, expenses, write\-offs, write\-downs, and billing adjustments.
• Ensure invoices comply with client\-specific billing guidelines and engagement terms.
• Manage e\-billing submissions and resolve rejected or disputed invoices.
• Monitor WIP and unbilled time and support timely billing.
• Manage credit control activities, including monitoring outstanding invoices and following up on overdue balances.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and client queries.
• Work closely with Partners, Associates, and Finance colleagues to resolve billing matters.
• Manage credit control activities
• Prepare billing reports and analysis and support month\-end billing activities.
• Maintain accurate billing records and contribute to improvements in billing processes and controls.

What We’re Looking For

• 5\+ years of relevant legal/law\-firm billing experience.
• Experience working within an IP law firm or international law firm is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of legal billing processes, WIP, time recording, disbursements, and client billing guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of numerical accuracy.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder\-management skills.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict billing deadlines.
• Proactive, organised, and solution\-oriented approach.
• Experience with Elite 3E is an advantage, but not essential.