Finance Director - Law Firm

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm based in London is seeking a Finance Director to shape financial strategies and lead a team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and have a professional accounting qualification. This role offers a competitive salary between £90,000-110,000, with a performance-based bonus and a hybrid working model of 4 days in the office.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Central London location

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in financial leadership within the professional services industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to design financial strategies.
• Identify opportunities to improve margins and enhance performance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

Skills

Financial leadership

Analytical skills

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Professional qualification in accounting or finance (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Qualified by experience in the Legal industry

Job description

• Opportunity to make a big impact in a medium sized successful UK law firm!
• Help transform the finance function and run a great team!

About Our Client

Our Client is an established National Legal Aid UK law firm with a London office.

Job Description

• Partner with the senior leadership team to design and deliver financial strategies supporting sustainable growth and profitability.
• Identify opportunities to improve margins, optimise cost structures, and enhance financial performance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Develop scalable processes and systems to support expansion.
• Provide commercial insight and data-driven recommendations to influence strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, including Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) and be the COFA.
• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, and financial transactions.
• Lead credit control and maintain effective cash flow management.
• Supervise accounts payable, including supplier reconciliations and payments.
• Maintain and enhance Excel-based reporting tools, while leading the shift toward more automated systems.
• Support integration between finance and HR systems.
• Lead and mentor a finance team based in London, with collaboration across multiple locations.
• Provide guidance, performance management, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and operational excellence.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Finance Director should have:

• A professional qualification in accounting or finance, such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is ideal
• Qualified by experience in the Legal industry will be accepted
• Demonstrated experience in financial leadership within the professional services industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Excellent analytical skills with a focus on strategic financial planning.
• Experience in managing teams and fostering collaboration across departments.

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £90,000-110,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Performance based bonus of 40-60%, metrics to be mutually determined and agreed.
• Hybrid working of 4 days per week in office
• Opportunity to work in a respected organisation within the legal industry.
• Central London location with excellent transport links and amenities nearby.