Credit Specialist

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia DLA Piper Australia Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

At DLA Piper, we understand that your career is a journey. That's why we're committed to helping you reach your full potential professionally and personally. Join a team where growth, collaboration, and purpose go hand in hand.

We're currently seeking a Credit Specialist to join our Sydney office on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the firm meets its cash inflow targets, managing client communications, and supporting our Collections team with reporting and reconciliation.

If you're a goal-driven credit professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties and responsibilities
  • Drive monthly collections to meet budget targets
  • Prepare and deliver regular reports to the Collections Supervisor
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
  • Manage client communications using the SNAP collections module
  • Produce timely statements and reminder letters, and resolve queries
  • Monitor and report on bad and doubtful debts
  • Conduct client credit checks and assess risk
  • Support external agency relationships
  • Champion the firm's International Credit Policy
  • Contribute to finance team projects as needed
About you
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role within professional services
  • Strong skills in MS Office (especially Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • A Credit Management certification or equivalent
  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and confident in navigating ambiguity
  • Strong time management and organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
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.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

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.

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

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