Financial Performance Business Partner driving profitability through analysis and coaching within the legal services sector. Collaborating with teams to enhance billing practices and financial strategies.
Responsibilities
Analyse financial performance across individuals and practice groups, including billing, WIP, recovery rates, and profitability.
Prepare and present clear, insightful reports for solicitors, team leaders, and senior management.
Deliver one-to-one coaching and group training on billing, pricing, and financial best practices.
Monitor at-risk WIP and collaborate with teams to reduce lock-up days and prevent write-offs.
Partner with Marketing and fee earners on pricing for client pitches and profitability reviews.
Support strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and financial awareness across the firm.
Requirements
Strong background in financial analysis, ideally within legal or professional services.
Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA).
Proven ability to coach and influence professionals at all levels.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain financial data clearly.
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to performance improvement.
Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting tools.
Benefits
Healthcare cash plan with Bupa
Contributory pension scheme
25 days’ annual leave (FTE), plus Bank Holidays
2 self-care days per year (FTE)
3.5 days paid "close down" days at Christmas
Personal Development Plan to support your career
Wellbeing Champions to support your wellbeing within the firm
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