FINANCE MANAGER – LONDON

Origin Legal; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm is seeking a Finance Manager to lead its finance function. In this hybrid role, you will drive financial strategy, optimise performance, and mentor a team. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants or possess significant legal sector experience with a deep understanding of compliance. This position offers a chance to directly influence strategy and improve operations.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or significant experience in the legal sector.
• Strong leadership in finance within professional services.
• Deep knowledge of SAR and legal sector compliance.
• Experience driving transformation and system/process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to drive financial strategy.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Improve margins and cost structures.
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Oversee payroll, credit control, and financial reporting.
• Modernise finance systems and support automation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership in finance

Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)

Financial reporting

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or significant legal sector experience

Job description

Finance Manager
Location: Greater London (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you ready to make a big impact at a respected, medium-sized law firm?

We’re partnering with a well-established firm, looking for a commercially-minded Finance Manager to lead and transform its finance function. This is a rare opportunity to shape financial strategy at the top level, optimise performance, and mentor a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to drive financial strategy and sustainable growth.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Improve margins and cost structures with commercial insight.
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR).
• Oversee payroll, credit control, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
• Modernise finance systems and support automation initiatives.
• Develop scalable systems for expansion and integration across functions.
• Lead and inspire a London-based finance team across multiple locations.
• Legal Cashier experience.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or significant legal sector experience.
• Strong leadership in finance within professional services.
• Deep knowledge of SAR and legal sector compliance.
• Skilled in financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Experience driving transformation and system/process improvements.
• Proven team leader with strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Why Apply?
Join a successful firm where your ideas and leadership will directly shape the future of the business. This is more than a financial role—it’s a chance to influence strategy, improve operations, and leave a lasting legacy.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.