Our client, a highly regarded London law firm, is seeking an experienced Cost & Funding Analyst to join its team on a permanent basis.
The Firm
Our client is a highly regarded London law firm with an outstanding reputation for handling high-value, complex and often high-profile cases. The firm is known for its sophisticated client base, technical expertise and involvement in some of the most significant disputes in the market.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Costs & Funding Analyst to join the firm in a broad and commercially focused role combining legal, financial, data and risk analysis.
Working closely with lawyers, finance teams and senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in assessing and monitoring the financial and commercial risk associated with conditional and contingent fee matters, while supporting the continued development of the firm's costs and funding processes.
Key responsibilities will include:
Performing detailed financial and risk analysis on conditional and contingent fee matters, both at inception and throughout the lifecycle of the case
Preparing and monitoring cost estimates and matter budgets using costs management software
Supporting matter teams with submissions to internal Risk & Funding Committees, including fee and outcome projections
Reviewing Conditional Fee Agreements (CFAs) and Damages-Based Agreements (DBAs), ensuring appropriate approval and execution
Liaising with legal teams, After The Event (ATE) insurers and brokers regarding the placement and administration of ATE insurance policies
Supporting insurer audits and maintaining accurate funding documentation
Extracting and analysing data from internal systems and spreadsheets to produce costs and funding reports
Identifying opportunities to improve internal workflows, systems and processes
Supporting the use of technology and data to develop more efficient approaches to costs and funding management
Requirements
The successful candidate will ideally have experience within the legal sector and a background in Legal costs or financial analysis or accountancy
Vacancy Highlights
Competitive salary
Hybrid working - up to 2 day...
Cost and Funding Analyst employer: Birchrose Associates Careers
Birchrose Associates offers a dynamic and supportive work environment at its Baker Street office, making it an excellent employer for those seeking to thrive in the legal sector. With a focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while enjoying a collaborative culture that values initiative and discretion. The firm’s commitment to excellence and client service ensures that every team member plays a vital role in delivering first-class support, making this an ideal place for motivated individuals to build a rewarding career.
Contact Details:
Birchrose Associates Careers Recruitment Team
