Credit Controller

OVERVIEW The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations. Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. We hire smart and sharpen smarter, arming talent with best-in-class resources and skills. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion. Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth. The Maples Group looks to add a Leeds based Credit Controller to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent. Who We Seek Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work. About the Role The Credit Controller will be based in the firm's Leeds office (in a Hybrid working capacity) and will focus on maximizing client turnover and minimizing bad debts whilst working as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in providing high level support to the Collections team whilst working within a fast paced environment. Primary responsibilities include: Day to day management of the assigned ledger Understanding how KPIs are set and how best to achieve them Building relationships with partners and fee earners to ensure the collection policy is adhered to and escalate any problem clients, fee earners or debts to the management team Have a good understanding of the client, their processes and the nature of their business To be able to correctly identify clients that default on payment terms and to liaise with the lawyers/partners on the most appropriate course of action to take, taking into account the profile of the client Maintaining detailed and accurate notes regarding debtors on the firm's internal system and ensuring the Supervisor is equipped with the relevant data on the Credit Controller's assigned ledger Holding regular meetings with Partners and relevant Senior Stakeholders Collaboration with other teams within the Leeds office and globally EXPERIENCE What You Bring In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following: Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task and produce quality work within tight deadlines Strong communicator together with effective negotiation skills both with clients and the lawyers/partners Able to interact positively at all levels within a law firm and be a team player Confident using MS Office, specifically Outlook and Excel Maintain a strong attention to detail and the ability to deal with confidential matter with discretion Experience in dealing with global blue chip companies Can demonstrate initiative and the ability to be proactive, while also being able to follow instructions Deliver a 'can do' and proactive approach at all times Flexible and prepared to work additional hours at month, quarter and year ends or in line with the business needs BENEFITS & REWARDS The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including: Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical) Competitive vacation packages Educational assistance and professional development programmes Savings or pension plan Life insurance Travel insurance Global mental wellness programme Sports clubs and social events ABOUT MAPLES GROUP Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg. You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn. Please note that it is the Maples Group standard policy to undertake various background screening checks on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Except for roles based in the Republic of Ireland, the background checks will include criminal records checks when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record, it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. The Maples Group will make all job offer decisions on a case-by-case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before a decision is made. Further details will be provided at the time any conditional job offer is made. Disclaimer: All personal information collected during the application process will be used for recruitment-related purposes only. 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