Commercial Finance Manager at CMS Law | London, United Kingdom | Rezi

Commercial Finance Manager at CMS Law

Commercial Finance Manager

CMS Law · London, United Kingdom

1 months ago

Commercial Finance Manager

CMS Law · London, United Kingdom

2 months ago
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About the Role

The Commercial Finance Manager acts as a trusted adviser to partners and senior stakeholders, driving pricing strategy, profitability, and commercial decision-making within a leading international law firm.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with practice, sector, and regional leadership to identify profitability and commercial performance improvements.
  • Support the development of pricing strategies and commercial solutions for client opportunities and strategic tenders.
  • Build financial models and deliver clear analysis, insights, and recommendations.
  • Challenge and influence stakeholders to improve pricing discipline, matter management, and financial outcomes.
  • Deliver training and coaching to partners and fee earners on financial management and commercial best practice.
  • Support strategic initiatives led by the Head of Commercial Finance and Senior Commercial Finance Managers.
  • Coach and develop junior team members to foster a high-performing culture.

Requirements

  • Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred but not essential.
  • Experience in commercial finance, pricing, FP&A, business partnering, or similar analytical roles.
  • Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to challenge constructively and influence senior decision-makers.
  • Proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in legal, professional services, or partnership-based environments is advantageous.

Skills

  • Financial modelling
  • Analytical skills
  • Stakeholder management
  • Pricing strategy
  • Commercial decision-making
  • Financial analysis

Work Type

  • Hybrid

Education Level

  • ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent preferred

Salary/Compensations

  • Competitive basic salary reviewed annually

Benefits

  • Flexible, hybrid working policy
  • Generous bonus scheme
  • Up to 25 days holiday, rising to 28 days with service
  • Holiday exchange scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced parental leave

About the Company

  • Leading international law firm.
  • Adopts a Future Facing approach to ensure clients and people stay ahead in an evolving landscape.
  • Provides global expertise with local insights.

Equal Opportunity

  • Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.