Senior Commercial Analyst | International Law Firm | London (EC2N) | up to £70k with hybrid working
Our client, a leading international law firm with a strong sector focus and global footprint, is seeking a talented Senior Commercial Analyst to join their Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in driving the firm’s commercial performance and profitability while partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, you will provide high-quality financial and commercial insight to support strategic decision-making and profitable growth. Acting as a trusted business partner, you will work with practice group leaders to analyse performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and advise on client and matter profitability.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate the annual planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for designated practice areas.
* Deliver insightful analysis, reporting, and commentary to support performance against objectives.
* Conduct detailed profitability analysis at matter, client and partner level, providing practical recommendations for improvement.
* Perform advanced ad hoc financial analysis to evaluate business performance and opportunities.
* Provide mentoring and training to lawyers on financial management, pricing and profitability.
* Collaborate with finance and systems teams to enhance data quality and reporting capability.
* Support strategic initiatives and ad hoc projects as required.
About You
* Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a commercial finance or business partnering role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.
* Accounting qualification or background advantageous.
* Advanced Excel skills and strong data modelling capability.
* Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail.
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
* Organised, proactive and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a forward-thinking global firm and make a real impact on its financial strategy and performance.