Job DescriptionFinance Business Partner
Nottingham
Salary: £55,000 - £70,000
Our client is a leading law firm with a strong focus on driving positive change across business and society. They are in the process of looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner to their busy practice.
Our Commercial Finance team is key to driving the firm’s performance agenda. We are looking for an experienced and confident Commercial Finance Business Partner to provide dedicated support to one of our departments and Target Market Groups (TMGs). This is a unique opportunity for someone to challenge existing processes, promote best practices, and improve profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the department’s annual budget and quarterly forecasts, balancing challenging and achievable targets.
- Deliver performance reports and insights to senior stakeholders.
- Set and monitor KPIs, offering recommendations for improvement.
- Manage month-end accounts, validate Work In Progress (WIP), and recommend provisioning.
- Provide financial modeling, analysis, and commercial pricing advice.
- Prepare business cases for recruitment, investment, and partner hires.
- Coach and train stakeholders on commercial and financial topics.
- Collaborate with other Commercial Managers to share knowledge and best practices.
About You:
We are looking for someone who possesses the following:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
- Demonstrable experience in a similar commercial role, engaging with senior stakeholders.
- Advanced Excel skills to manage complex data sets and financial models.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities.
- A proactive and adaptable mindset, ready for a changing environment.
What We Offer:
- Flexible working to support work-life balance.
- Opportunities for meaningful personal and professional development.
- A supportive, inclusive environment that celebrates individuality.