Finance Professional

14 hours ago


Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment Full time

Company Overview

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment is a leading law firm based in Bedford, offering a range of legal services to clients across the region. We are committed to providing excellent service and support to our clients, and we are now seeking an experienced Legal Practice Finance Manager to join our team.

About the Job

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and dedicated professional to take on a challenging role and contribute to the success of our firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the finance department and various other departments, ensuring the efficient delivery of the firm's legal services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Management: Day-to-day and annual responsibility for the firm's accounts; advice on regulatory compliance including SRA, AML, and SARs.
  • Insurance and Accreditation: Organisation of the firm's insurance, accreditations, and practising certificate renewals.
  • Board Meetings: Attending Board meetings to provide financial updates and advice.
  • Supplier Negotiations: Negotiating with third-party suppliers and developing organisational and performance systems.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Relevant Experience: Previous relevant experience within a legal setting in a similar role.
  • Comprehensive Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the Solicitor Accounts Rules and an overview of the general obligations of the SRA Handbook.
  • Confidentiality: Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Policies and Procedures: Previous experience with drafting policies and procedures.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organisations.
  • Deadlines: Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • IT Skills: Strong IT skills and previous experience with case management systems (P4W experience highly beneficial).

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of up to £65,000 per annum, a hybrid working option, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a range of benefits. If you are an experienced and motivated Legal Practice Finance Manager based in or near Bedford, please get in touch for confidential consideration.



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