Job Description
We are currently working with a global law firm looking for a Finance Director on a permanent basis to bolster their growing Global Finance Function. Reporting into the CFO, this position will involve managing the Legal and Business Services Finance Team, improving financial performance and maintaining robust financial controls.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and develop the Legal and Business Services Finance Team
- Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Senior Leadership Team, Partners and Business Services Directors to understand, monitor and consistently improve financial performance across the firm
- Provide accurate, timely and comprehensive reporting to the management team, Partners and third parties to assist them in monitoring and improving business performance and developing future strategy
- Manage the Legal and Business Services annual business planning and budgeting process, multiyear planning and forecasting, ensuring alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives
- Working with the Chief Financial Officer, Group Executive and HR Director, participate in the annual Group salary and bonus review process for the Legal and Business Services entities
- Working with the Chief Financial Officer, construct and evaluate business cases for new initiatives to ensure scarce resources are allocated to the best opportunities
- Support the implementation of change programmes and provide appropriate business consultancy support
- Manage all cash flow and forecasting activities
- Manage relationships with external service providers
- Arrange relevant financing with bankers