You’re looking for a change, and so are we. At Venable, we know that every new
hire brings valuable experience, new perspectives, and a chance to raise the bar
on our approach to how we work. That’s why we’re looking for a Senior Manager,
eBilling Operations to lead the firm's eBilling function, driving operational
excellence, compliance, and process improvements while ensuring the accurate and
timely submission of client invoices across firmwide eBilling platforms. This is
fundamentally a people-leadership role, and the Senior Manager’s primary
responsibility is to build, mentor, and direct a high-performing team.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for...
* Leading the team responsible for meeting eBilling deadlines, resolving
complex eBilling issues, managing client and matter eBilling setups, and
ensuring successful transmission of electronic invoices.
* Creating and delivering training programs, documentation, and guidance to
managers, supervisors, team members, attorneys, and Legal Administrative
Assistants to support consistent, scalable operations across all firm
offices.
* Overseeing the firm’s eBilling function to ensure the accurate and timely
submission of invoices through client-mandated eBilling platforms while
maintaining compliance with client billing guidelines and contractual
requirements.
* Overseeing client and matter rate overrides, managing the Firm’s annual rate
override reapproval process, and supervising the rate analyst team to ensure
accurate and timely processing.
* Partnering with firm leadership, Billing Managers, Billing Coordinators,
attorneys, clients, vendors, and technology teams to resolve issues, improve
workflows, and support firmwide eBilling operations.
* Developing, implementing, and maintaining firmwide eBilling best practices,
evaluating workflows, and leading initiatives focused on process
improvements, automation, and operational efficiency.
The successful candidate will demonstrate...
* A combination of successful people leadership with deep legal eBilling
expertise and a commitment to operational excellence.
* A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience, along with a
minimum of seven years of law firm eBilling.
* At least three years of people-management experience in a professional
services environment, with a demonstrated track record of leading teams
through growth, change, and continuous improvement. Strong leadership skills
with the ability to develop high-performing teams, build collaborative
relationships, serve as a trusted advisor, and successfully lead
organizational change.
* Deep expertise in legal billing workflows and eBilling systems, with strong
technology proficiency and the ability to leverage accounting tools to
support reporting and client-specific eBilling requirements.
* Experience driving operational improvements, managing competing priorities,
implementing automation, and leading continuous process improvement
initiatives.
* Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the
ability to effectively communicate complex issues, exercise sound judgment,
and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong critical thinking, organizational, and client service skills, with the
ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while
consistently delivering high-quality results.
Pay Range for Candidates in Washington, DC: $165,000 - $180,000 per year
The range provided is the minimum and maximum salary that Venable in good faith
believes at the time of this posting that it is willing to pay for the
advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined based on individual
candidate qualifications and location. Additional compensation may include
discretionary bonuses and overtime, if eligible. Overtime wages earned will be
paid in compliance with applicable law.
Venable’s benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life
insurance, flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts, 401(k) with firm
profit share, paid vacation and sick time, firm paid holidays, wellness and
personal advocacy programs, family planning resources and leave programs,
tuition reimbursement, and more. New employees are provided a detailed
orientation to the firm’s benefit offerings upon hire.
Investing your time and talents is no small matter—we know that superior service
to our clients starts with an investment in you. Our competitive compensation,
comprehensive benefits, and programs that support our employees’ well-being,
families, and futures reflect our pride in our people. From our legal
administrative assistants to our senior partners, Venable prioritizes the whole
person in order to cultivate the most successful of relationships.
Here, we strive to offer the kind of care that radiates, from our colleagues to
our clients, to our communities, so that success finds everyone.
Qualifications
CORE REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in a related field or experience equivalent.
Skills & Technical Requirements:
* Minimum of seven years of law firm e-billing experience.
* Experience managing work through others.
* Deep expertise in legal billing workflows and eBilling systems.
* Strong technology proficiency and the ability to leverage technology and
accounting tools to support reporting and client-specific eBilling
requirements.
* Ability to drive large-scale improvements and manage competing priorities.
Preferred Experience:
* Advanced knowledge of Aderant and eBillingHub billing platforms.
* Prior leadership of an eBilling function in a law firm.
Leadership & Management Requirements:
* Minimum of 3 years of experience managing a team, including overseeing
performance, conducting reviews, developing and implementing training, and
supervising day-to-day operations. Experience measuring and managing
performance at both individual and team levels, with increasing scope and
responsibility.
* Ability to cultivate strong relationships, serve as a trusted advisor within
the organization, and foster a positive, engaging environment with a good
sense of humor.
* Ability to drive continuous improvement, enhance operational efficiencies,
and implement automation while fostering a culture of continuous learning and
growth.
* Strategic planning and goal-setting abilities, with the agility to adapt to
evolving business priorities and support impactful organizational change.
Collaboration & Communication Requirements:
* Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills, effectively
engaging individuals at all levels of the organization and conveying complex
issues clearly, concisely, and persuasively.
* Maintains a high level of interpersonal skills, demonstrating poise, tact,
and diplomacy in handling sensitive and confidential situations.
* Demonstrates emotional intelligence by recognizing, understanding, and
managing emotions, staying self-motivated, and empathetically navigating
relationships. Maintains composure under pressure, adapts to challenges, and
fosters a positive, collaborative work environment.
* Proven ability to collaborate across functional teams and manage through
change, ensuring a cohesive, results-driven approach that supports business
success.
Performance & Critical Thinking Requirements:
* Client-focused and responsive, with a consultative approach to understanding
and meeting needs. Skilled in addressing sensitive inquiries or complaints
effectively and in a timely manner.
* Ability to anticipate challenges and identify and implement effective
solutions while considering diverse perspectives.
* Skilled at exercising discretion and independent judgment while demonstrating
strong problem-solving skills with creativity and effectiveness.
* Sets challenging but achievable goals and deadlines to ensure deliverables
expected of team or department, organizes and prioritizes workflow and takes
initiative to achieve goals and exceed existing standards.
Quality & Quantity of Work Requirements:
* Skilled at working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, effectively managing
multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously. Demonstrates strong
organizational skills, prioritizes tasks efficiently, and ensures deadlines
and business objectives are consistently met.
* Consistently utilizes systems to organize and track information.
Independently identifies resources and techniques to produce quality work.
Demonstrates ability to learn from mistakes and to take corrective action;
proposes good ideas for solving complex challenges.
* Motivated by results with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes
and ensuring exceptional client service and satisfaction.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Adaptable and quick to learn new
technologies as needed. Proactively identifies and adopts technology
advancements to facilitate process enhancements and efficiencies.