McDermott Will & Emery

Financial Analysis & Strategy Manager

McDermott Will & Emery • $138K — $194K *
New York, NY 10025Hybrid
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
4 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Minimum of 7 years of related work experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills
  • Leadership and team mentoring experience

Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly financial reporting packages
  • Provide ad hoc financial reporting for senior management
  • Manage financial models for budgeting and forecasting
  • Monitor financial activities of legal cohorts
  • Collaborate with cross-functional staff on financial issues
  • Facilitate accurate reporting of profitability metrics
  • Assist in analysis of strategic investment opportunities

Benefits

  • Outstanding career development opportunities
  • Competitive total rewards package
  • Performance-based bonus eligibility
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Supportive work environment for individuals with disabilities
Full Job Description

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Financial Analysis & Strategy Manager serves as financial advisor to the Firm’s practice group leaders and senior managing partners. This position reports on and delivers in-depth analysis of financial results and seeks opportunities to improve the financial strength of the firm. The Financial Analysis & Strategy Manager relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly financial reporting packages focusing on key performance metric results and projected trends

  • Provide ad hoc financial reporting and analyses for the Director of Finance, CFO, COO and senior management

  • Manage and develop financial models involving the Firm’s annual budget and revenue forecasting

  • Monitor activities of the legal cohort(s) supported and provide financial support on as needed basis to practice group/office managing partners

  • Collaborate with other support staff cross-functionally throughout the firm to ensure firm management is aware of any financial issues requiring attention, such as staffing, productivity and expense management

  • Facilitate timely and accurate reporting and analysis of profitability metrics to firm management

  • Develop and track targeted goals related to profit improvement for both practice groups and clients

  • Assist in the maintenance of the Firm’s profitability software and other financial reporting tools

  • Assist in the analysis of strategic investment opportunities including lateral hires (individual or groups), new office openings, office closures, attorney departures, mergers or acquisitions

  • Participate in various surveys of law firm performance and help benchmark Firm performance versus its peers

  • Manage multiple projects and overall project workflow

  • Manage and mentor team’s analysts; set goals, review performance, and modeling/ capability

Job Specifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • At least seven (7) years of related work experience

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Strong motivational and leadership skills

  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills

  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities

  • Ability to handle and maintain confidential information

Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.


     Target Hiring Range $138,000 - $194,000


Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear

  • Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

 

 

About McDermott Will & Emery

McDermott Will & Emery is a premier international law firm with a diversified business practice. Our lawyers represent a wide range of commercial, industrial and financial enterprises, both publically and privately held. McDermott has more than 1,100 lawyers located in 18 offices across the United States, Europe and Asia. Further extending our reach in Asia, we have a strategic alliance with MWE China Law Offices in Shanghai. McDermott partners with clients to accomplish their business objectives by providing superior counsel and service. The expansion of our international platform has supported numerous cross-border transactions and litigation matters, while providing the experience necessary to offer corporate, tax, labor and benefits, competition, intellectual property and regulatory counsel to clients across all industries. In the years to come, we will continue to expand geographically and enhance our existing practices and industry-focused strengths, and are committed to building from these strengths in order to best serve our clients and communities. McDermott has a long history of social responsibility and supporting the communities in which our people live and work. We believe it is our obligation to embrace our communities and promote their well being through pro bono work, community service, charitable giving, environmental stewardship and promoting diversity.

McDermott Will & Emery Careers

Joining McDermott Will & Emery presents an unparalleled opportunity to advance a career at a global leader in legal services. The firm is renowned for fostering professional growth and embracing innovation through a culture that values diversity and leadership.

Explore Job Opportunities

McDermott Will & Emery offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. The firm seeks passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players ready to contribute to a dynamic team. From seasoned attorneys to support staff, McDermott Will & Emery is continuously hiring to enhance their service capabilities.

Internship Programs

Internships at McDermott Will & Emery provide a robust platform for early-career individuals to gain significant, hands-on experience in a highly professional environment. Interns are immersed in the culture of excellence, working closely with experienced professionals while engaging in real-world legal challenges.

Career Growth and Development

McDermott Will & Emery is committed to the professional development of its team members. The firm offers unmatched training, development programs, and leadership workshops to ensure career trajectories are not only met but exceeded. Employees are encouraged to leverage these opportunities for career advancement and personal growth.

Diversity and Inclusion

The firm holds a strong commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. McDermott Will & Emery believes in empowering all employees through diversity training that enriches the professional environment and fosters a deeper understanding and respect among colleagues.

Benefits and Culture

McDermott Will & Emery prides itself on offering competitive benefits that reflect the firm’s appreciation for its team members. Benefits are designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of all employees and their families. The firm's culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and collaboration, making it a prime environment for professional fulfillment.

Networking and Innovation

Networking within McDermott Will & Emery is supported through various events, seminars, and collaborative projects that encourage connections and foster innovative thinking. Employees are encouraged to build networks that can support personal and professional growth.

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Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Founded
1934
* Ladders Estimates

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