Commercial Finance Manager

A brand new and recently created role has arisen at one of our prestigious US law firm clients for a Commercial Finance Manager to work alongside the team within legal strategic pricing, project management and commercial finance. The London office is currently experiencing exponential growth and are keen to hire a dynamic individual who is client-service oriented to head up the commercial finance function.

• Salary to £110,000
• 09:30-17:30 working hours
• Hybrid working – 4 days in the office / 1 day remote
• £100 monthly employee contribution towards lunch or other expenses
• Liverpool St / City

Commercial Finance Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Devise, negotiate and implement custom fee arrangements to ensure client’s business objectives are satisfied while meeting firm strategic and financial requirements
• Advise Partners on value-based pricing strategy specific to key practice areas and industries
• Monitor matter performance against budgets and pricing assumptions; identify variances, escalate risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Incorporate legal technology, data analytics and emerging AI-enabled tools
• Provide research, data analysis, and project support for strategic initiatives and department-wide projects.

Commercial Finance Manager Skills & Requirements:

• 3 years+ commercial finance experience required within a law firm
• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics is preferable
• Understanding of corporate transactions within legal, pricing engagements, RFP submissions etc.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) & legal and financial systems

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