Acting as a trusted strategic adviser to senior partners by having a deep and comprehensive understanding of the financial and strategic aspects of the firm as well as the broader market and industry
Facilitating clear and concise internal communications by delivering financial and strategic information to senior decision-makers through presentations, written reports, and informal advisory conversations
Developing and refining financial models, reporting, and analytics, independently and in collaboration with others, both monthly and ad hoc, leveraging firm data stores and analytic tools to identify performance trends, surface emerging issues, and deliver data-driven recommendations
Analyzing client performance data to identify growth opportunities and deepen key client relationships
Evaluating strategic initiatives by directing research on competition, markets, geographies, and areas of law, and framing findings to enable leadership action
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in economics, finance, business administration, or a related field
A minimum of six (6) years of experience in finance or related professional services, preferably with prior experience running revenue-related programs
A minimum of six (6) years of cumulative experience
A minimum of two (2) years of experience leading projects or initiatives, preferably

Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Finance Manager – Practice Management

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