Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights? We’re looking for a Global Finance Reporting Senior Manager to lead the strategy, development, and delivery of world-class finance reporting and business intelligence solutions for our global operations.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape how financial data drives decision-making across the firm. You’ll manage a talented team of reporting analysts, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and ensure our reporting capabilities remain cutting-edge.
What You’ll Do
Define and execute the global finance reporting strategy, setting standards and best practices.
Design and deliver dashboards, reports, and analytics using Power BI and other financial systems (e.g., 3E, Workday Adaptive Planning).
Partner with leadership to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable reporting solutions.
Ensure data accuracy and consistency across all finance reporting platforms.
Lead and mentor a team of reporting analysts, fostering growth and excellence.
Drive innovation by evaluating new technologies and enhancing reporting processes.
Maintain governance tools such as the finance glossary and KPI definitions.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, Finance, or related field.
Expert-level proficiency in Power BI (including advanced DAX, Power Query, and data modelling).
Strong SQL skills and experience with enterprise systems (Elite 3E, Workday, Salesforce).
Proven ability to manage projects and deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Leadership experience with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
Desirable:
Knowledge of the legal or professional services sector and familiarity with IntApp suite.
You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of finance reporting for a global organisation, working at the intersection of data, technology, and strategy. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for innovation, and the chance to make a real impact.
Inclusion
Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered by the firm on the basis of their merit alone and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the UK and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing.
Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer. We ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer: we make decisions on a case by case basis and take a number of factors into account (eg the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence). You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision.
Top Skills
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer Manchester, England Office
4 Stanley Street, One New Bailey, Manchester, United Kingdom, M3 5
