Head of Finance

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Finance for an award-winning law practice in the UK. This role involves leading the finance team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving financial strategy. Ideal candidates will be chartered accountants with a strong background in legal finance. The position promises meaningful work, competitive salary, and good work-life balance.

Benefits

22% pension

25 days holiday (options to purchase more)

Discounts for retail

Qualifications

• Significant experience within legal practice finance.
• Expert knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Produce monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts.
• Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and SRA requirements.

Skills

Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Leadership and people management skills

Financial reporting and analytical capabilities

Job description

Head of Finance Legal Practice

Law Staff are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an award-winning Law Firm with a strong emphasis within the Public Sector. The Firm acts on behalf of Local Authorities and Public Sector Organisations, offering the reward of giving back to society while developing your career in meaningful work and an exceptionally collaborative Team environment.

Location: Huntingdon / Northampton / Shefford (with travel to other offices)
Salary/Benefits: Range depending on experience £75,747.50 - £87,022.50. Benefits include 22% pension, 25 days holiday (and options to purchase more), 2 days office attendance and an array of discounts for retail etc.

The Opportunity

Our client, a progressive legal practice, is seeking an exceptional Head of Finance to lead their finance function and become a key member of the Leadership Team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a qualified accountant with legal sector experience to make a real impact.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you'll take strategic and operational responsibility for all financial matters including management accounting, statutory reporting, legal cashiering, and credit control. You'll also hold the regulatory roles of COFA and MLRO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
• Produce monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts
• Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and SRA requirements
• Work closely with the CEO and Board on budgets and financial strategy
• Drive compliance with Lexcel standards and quality management
• Support business development initiatives and firm-wide projects

About You

Essential:

• Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Significant experience within legal practice finance
• Expert knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Strong financial reporting and analytical capabilities

Desirable:

• Experience in multi-site legal practices or ABS environments
• Legal case management system knowledge
• Leadership qualification

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking legal practice and play a pivotal role in their continued growth and success.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Natasha Kirkby at Law Staff today.

In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, please note that this is an equal opportunities employer.