Credit Coordinator

DLA Piper understands that you're building a future. Which is why we encourage you to reach your full potential. To explore the opportunities and choices that shape your individual career journey. Here, personal growth goes hand in hand with professional development.

That's our commitment. This is your opportunity.

We are seeking a Credit Coordinator to join our Sydney team. In this role, you will be responsible for helping the firm achieve its cash flow targets through effective credit management, and regular contact with partners and finance support teams. You will also support the National Credit Manager by providing accurate reporting and statistical information.

We would love to hear from you if you are an experienced credit professional who is team-oriented, results-driven, and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Achieve monthly budgeted collections targets
• Complete set monthly reporting to the Collections Manager
• Relationship and rapport building with assigned clients and internal stakeholders.
• Using the FIS Get Paid application to record all contact with clients
• Attend to all client billing, costs and supplier set up queries/issues
• Identify and report on bad and doubtful debts
• Improve DSO and drive cashflow
• Perform client credit checks and identity risks
• Escalate applicable debtors within the business
• Adhere and advocate the firms International Credit Policy
• Assist with finance team projects and tasks when requested

About you

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role from a professional services environment
• Strong computer skills and experience in using MS Office tools (in particular Word, Excel, Outlook; PowerPoint)
• High level communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence
• A certification in Credit Management or an equivalent
• Self-starting and confident with a high tolerance for ambiguity and a ‘can do’ approach
• The ability to work under pressure at times
• Strong negotiation skills
• Self-organisation skills and possess good time management
• Tech and systems savvy, understanding how credit management platforms work and confident in their process

About us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

For our people, that means a world of opportunity. You'll shape the future, have the freedom to seize opportunities, and discover your own path. Together, we unlock our potential and redefine what we can achieve.

At DLA Piper, diversity, equity, and inclusion is about creating a sense of belonging. We strive towards a workplace and culture where everyone feels that they belong, that their voice counts and that they can prosper in their career. For us, diversity is about the unique blend of talents, skills, experiences, and perspectives that make each of us an individual. We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to agile working.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.