Head of Finance

2 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Law Staff Legal Recruitment Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Our client is seeking a Head of Finance:
You must have previous experience working within a law firm.
This is a fully
office-based
role in Central London, offering a competitive salary (DOE), Private medical insurance, generous holiday allowance, and strong opportunities for professional development and progression.

About the Firm:
My client is a respected
Legal 500
firm with an award-winning reputation for excellence in complex, high-profile areas of law. With continued growth and a collaborative, supportive culture, the firm champions innovation, professional development, and operational excellence throughout the business.

Head of Finance — Position Overview:
You will lead the firm's finance function, overseeing all financial operations and managing the finance team. As part of the senior leadership group, you will advise Partners on financial performance, drive efficiencies through improved systems and controls, and ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements including SRA Accounts Rules.

Key Responsibilities of the Head of Finance:

  • Ensure full compliance with financial, regulatory and SRA Accounts Rules requirements
  • Lead and deliver financial strategy aligned to business objectives
  • Produce management accounts, cashflow forecasting and financial reporting
  • Oversee year-end accounts, external audits and financial compliance reviews
  • Manage treasury and cashflow to mitigate operational and financial risks
  • Improve and automate finance systems, reporting and processes
  • Manage and review budgets across departments and support growth initiatives
  • Lead, support, and develop the finance team to deliver high performance

Requirements of the Head of Finance:

  • Experience within a
    law firm
    (essential)
  • Strong knowledge of
    SRA Accounts Rules
    and compliance
  • Qualified or part-qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
  • Proven senior finance leadership experience in professional services
  • Strong commercial awareness and analytical approach
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to balance hands-on operational work with strategic leadership
  • Confident engaging with senior stakeholders

The Benefits for the Head of Finance role:

  • Competitive salary (DOE)
  • Generous holiday entitlement
  • Central London office location
  • Excellent progression opportunities in a growing Legal 500 firm
  • Professional development and training support
  • Supportive and inclusive culture
  • Private medical insurance

Details:
Central London | Full-time, office-based | Monday to Friday | Senior Leadership Position | Salary: Dependent on experience

If you are a Head of Finance with law firm experience seeking your next career step, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37500

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