Global Head of Finance Operations

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Legal
  • Pay

    Competitive Salary

Global Head of Finance Operations – Law Firm - London (Hybrid) – Competitive Salary

Your new company

A leading international professional services firm is seeking a Global Head of Finance Operations to take ownership of its end-to-end revenue life cycle and drive commercial performance across a global partnership. This is a high-impact leadership role, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to enhance revenue generation, optimise cash collection, and embed financial discipline across multiple jurisdictions.

Your new role

Reporting to a senior finance leader, you will lead a global function responsible for all aspects of revenue control, including time recording, billing, collections, and revenue recognition.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading the global revenue cycle, ensuring consistent processes, governance, and controls
  • Driving billing and collections strategy to improve cash flow and reduce lock-up
  • Partnering with senior stakeholders to enhance matter profitability and revenue realisation
  • Delivering insightful reporting and KPIs to support strategic decision-making
  • Strengthening risk management, compliance, and credit control processes
  • Optimising systems, data, and technology to improve efficiency and transparency
  • Leading and developing an international team, embedding best practice and continuous improvement

What you'll need to succeed

You will be an experienced revenue or commercial finance leader with a proven track record in a complex, partnership-led or professional services environment.

Key requirements:
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent preferred)
  • Significant leadership experience in revenue control or finance within a global organisation
  • Strong understanding of partner-led business models, billing structures, and client dynamics
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive behavioural change
  • Deep expertise in revenue optimisation, collections strategy, and financial performance management
  • Experience managing international teams and operating across multiple jurisdictions
  • Technologically strong, with an interest in data, analytics, and process automation

What you'll get in return

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation with a collaborative, high-performance culture. You will play a key role in shaping commercial strategy, improving financial outcomes, and driving transformation across the business. The firm offers a flexible working environment, a competitive benefit package, and the opportunity to operate at a truly global level.


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