A leading award-winning legal firm looking for a commercially focused Finance Business Partner to support our legal practice groups in Manchester. This is a high-impact role responsible for delivering insightful financial analysis, driving performance, and partnering with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making within a large, complex legal environment. The role requires a strong understanding of professional services, preferably within a law firm, along with the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders and improve financial performance.

The Finance Business Partner plays a key role within the business, acting as a strategic advisor to practice groups and senior stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of Finance or Finance Director, the role focuses on delivering high-quality financial insight, supporting decision-making, and driving business performance. It requires a commercially minded individual who can effectively bridge the gap between finance and legal teams. A core element of the role is partnering with Partners and Practice Group Leaders, building strong relationships and providing guidance on financial performance. This includes influencing decisions, challenging assumptions, and identifying opportunities to improve profitability through clear, actionable insights. The role leads financial planning and analysis processes, including budgeting and forecasting, and provides detailed performance analysis such as variance and profitability reviews. It also involves monitoring key metrics like revenue, utilisation, and margins, and delivering recommendations to enhance financial outcomes. In addition, the Finance Business Partner is responsible for producing accurate and timely reporting, presenting insights to senior stakeholders, and developing tailored management information. They also support pricing, bids, and strategic initiatives, while driving continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and data quality.

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar role

Strong financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Experience working with senior stakeholders in a complex organisation

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Advanced Excel