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Legal Operations Business Consultant - FinanceThe Legal Operations Business Consultant - Finance is responsible for supporting the financial management and operations within the Legal Department. This role involves analyzing legal spend, budgeting, planning, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with related policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial principles, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. The Legal Operations Business Consultant reports to the Legal Operations Manager of Enterprise Functions. The position will work closely with the Head of Legal Operations, Senior Legal Managers and the Chief Legal Officer. This role has in-office expectations.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Conduct detailed financial analysis of the Legal Department's expenditures, including outside counsel and vendor costs. Identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.Assist in the preparation of the overall Legal Department's and respective practice areas' budget and monthly forecasts. Monitor budget performance and analyze variances.Partner with the Data Analytics Team to track and report on legal spend, providing insights to legal and finance leadership. Utilize dashboards and reports for effective spend management.Collaborate with the procurement team and other stakeholders to establish budgets and advise on the financial impact of departmental expenses related to technology and legal-related vendors.Prepare and present financial reports to the legal operations and finance teams. Ensure accurate and timely reporting in line with corporate guidelines.Identify and implement process improvements in financial operations within the Legal Department. Work on automation and optimization of financial workflows.Monitor financial activities within the Legal Department to comply with policies and internal controls.Serve as the primary contact with Finance and partner with other cross-functional teams to align on budget goals, spending initiatives, and reporting requirements.Qualifications:Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field5 or more years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or a related role, preferably within a legal or corporate environmentStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insightsProficiency in financial software and tools, such as Excel, SAP, or other ERP systemsExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholdersSolid organizational skills with attention to detailSuperb verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work within a large organization and collaborate and partner with cross-functional teamsAbility to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm and build strong relationships with internal stakeholdersExecutive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagementsAbility to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detailPreferred Qualifications:A relevant master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is a plus7 or more years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or a related role, preferably within a legal or corporate environmentExperience with legal spend management tools (e.g., eBilling, matter management systems)
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