Fenwick & West

Collections Specialist

Fenwick & West$76K — $107K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in a law firm environment working with attorney portfolios
  • Strong knowledge of collections processes and payment resolution
  • Excellent communication skills with clients and internal teams
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
  • Ability to manage high-volume workloads and meet deadlines
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment
  • Proficient in handling aged receivables and reporting tools

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of client accounts and follow up on invoices
  • Contact clients to resolve past-due balances
  • Collaborate with internal teams on collection strategies
  • Research and reconcile discrepancies and billing questions
  • Maintain accurate records of collection activities and communications
  • Monitor aging reports and identify accounts for follow-up
  • Prepare collections reports and account updates

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plans for employees and families
  • Life insurance and health savings accounts
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Wellbeing initiatives and support programs
  • Opportunity for discretionary bonuses based on performance
Full Job Description

Job Description Summary:

Fenwick is seeking a Collections Specialist that will be responsible for the day-to-day management of assigned accounts to support timely collection of outstanding balances. This role will interact with attorneys, clients, and internal stakeholders to follow up on past-due invoices, resolve payment issues, and maintain accurate account records.

This position can be based in any of our U.S. office locations and offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work both from home and at your designated Fenwick office. The frequency of in-office work will be determined by business needs and guided by your department's directives.

Job Description:

  • Manage an assigned portfolio of client accounts and follow up on outstanding invoices in a timely manner.
  • Contact clients regarding past-due balances and work to resolve payment issues professionally and effectively.
  • Partner with internal team members and partners to review account status and support collection efforts.
  • Research and reconcile account discrepancies, billing questions, and payment issues.
  • Maintain accurate records of collection activity, client communications, and account status updates.
  • Monitor aging reports and identify accounts requiring follow-up or escalation.
  • Prepare routine collections reports and provide account updates as needed.
  • Follow established collections procedures and recommend process improvements when appropriate.
  • Escalate sensitive or complex collection matters to management when necessary.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of collections processes, account follow-up, and payment resolution practices.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, attorneys, and internal staff.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate account documentation.
  • Ability to prioritize a high-volume workload and manage deadlines effectively.
  • Sound judgment in handling sensitive client and financial information.
  • Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately.
  • Proficiency in reviewing aging reports and tracking collection activity.
  • Ability to work independently while following established procedures.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Billing & Collections, the ideal candidate will have a minimum of (5) years of experience in a law firm environment with experience working with attorney portfolios, client account follow-up, aged receivables, billing and collections systems and standard reporting tools. Bachelor’s degree required.

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Benefits and Compensation Details:

At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.

The anticipated range for this position is:

$76,000 - $107,500

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance.  Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.

About Fenwick & West

Fenwick & West is a law firm that provides comprehensive legal services to technology and life sciences clients of national and international prominence. The firm is headquartered in Mountain View, California and has additional offices in San Francisco, Seattle, and Shanghai. Fenwick & West has been recognized as one of the top law firms in the United States for technology and life sciences companies and has a reputation for providing high-quality legal services and innovative solutions to its clients.
Learn more about Fenwick & West
Size
500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
1972
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$350 million
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