Job Description

Experience level: Advanced


Term: Permanent


Working hours: Full-time


Team: Finance


Location: Birmingham or Northampton


The role

As a Lead FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) Analyst at Shoosmiths, you will be responsible for contributing to the financial strategy and performance of the firm. This role involves leading the FP&A analyst function, providing financial insights, and supporting key business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning: Develop and maintain the firm's financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modelling. Analysis and Reporting: Deliver detailed financial analysis and reports to senior management, focusing on key trends, risks, and opportunities at a macro-level. Strategic Support: Collaborate with business leaders as needed to assist with strategic initiatives, providing financial insights and suggestions to enhance growth and profitability. Performance Monitoring: Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of FP&A analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development. Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with key stakeholders with Finance and across the firm to ensure alignment and support for financial plans and initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. A professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or CFA is preferred. Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or a related role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial modelling, analysis, and reporting tools. Advanced Excel skills are essential, and experience with financial planning software such as SAP, IBM Planning Analytics (TM1), Planful or similar is desirable. Leadership: Proven experience in leading and developing a team of financial professionals. Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

The Firm

Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world's most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve 'Platinum Standard' Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.


We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.


To discover more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits Package





Equal opportunities



Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.


This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.


If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Chelsea Simmons at Chelsea.Simmons@shoosmiths.com


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