Resource Analyst

DLA Piper; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global law firm as a Resource Analyst in London, where you will manage daily resource needs, support operational efficiency, and contribute to strategic priorities. This entry-level position offers a dynamic role working closely with various departments to optimize resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in learning the business language.
• Experience working with financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of resourcing requests efficiently.
• Provide forecasts and reports on utilisation.
• Collaborate to enhance the resourcing framework.

Skills

Resource allocation

Relationship building

Innovation

Education

Experience in professional services environment

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

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The purpose of this role is to manage day-to-day requests and support the operational delivery of effective resource management. The successful candidate will be fully integrated into the team and play a crucial role in staffing all resourcing demands, ensuring that work is allocated to the right individuals at the right time. This involves coordinating with various departments, understanding their specific needs, and strategically deploying resources to optimise efficiency and productivity. The individual will also contribute to the continuous improvement of resource management processes, helping to drive the firm's strategic priorities forward.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Efficiently support the delivery of resourcing requests in a timely manner
• Monitor current and anticipated activity levels, capacity, and matter staffing; assist in smoothing utilisation levels as needed
• Generate insights from resourcing data and support resourcing decisions
• Provide forecasts and actual utilisation and availability reports, along with other management information as required
• Analyse business forecasting, such as chargeable hours and utilisation, to proactively drive resourcing decisions
• Maintain and apply knowledge of individual skills, development needs, experiences, and personal/professional aspirations in resourcing decisions
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of the resourcing framework across the firm as part of the overall Resourcing strategy
• Collaborate with other business areas and promote Service Delivery offerings, such as the Legal Delivery Centre
• Proactively seek opportunities to further promote and enhance the resourcing framework
• Contribute to discussions on innovations to the framework, including new solutions with both internal and external stakeholders
• Undertake general administrative tasks to support the wider Resource Managers
  
  

About You

• Experience in resource allocation, ideally within a legal or professional services environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, working to sometimes conflicting timescales in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Capacity to respond to change and guide others through the change journey
• Strong ability to build trust and rapport to develop effective relationships
• Proficiency in learning the language of the business and applying it to resourcing conversations
• Innovative mindset with the ability to offer creative solutions
• Experience working with financial systems
  
  

About Us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.

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