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Posted 02 August, 2026

Global Finance Lead - Revenue Focus

Hays Accountancy and Finance
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Your new company
\n A leading international law firm is seeking a Global Finance Leader to take ownership of its end-to-end revenue life cycle and drive commercial performance across a global partnership. This is a high-impact leadership role, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to enhance revenue generation, optimise cash collection, and embed financial discipline across multiple jurisdictions.

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Your new role
\n Key responsibilities include:

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  • Leading the global revenue cycle, ensuring consistent processes, governance, and controls
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  • Driving billing and collections strategy to improve cash flow and reduce lock-up
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  • Partnering with senior stakeholders to enhance matter profitability and revenue realisation
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  • Delivering insightful reporting and KPIs to support strategic decision-making
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  • Strengthening risk management, compliance, and credit control processes
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  • Optimising systems, data, and technology to improve efficiency and transparency
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  • Leading and developing an international team, embedding best practice and continuous improvement
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What you'll need to succeed
\n You will be an experienced revenue or commercial finance leader with a proven track record in a complex, partnership-led or professional services environment.

\n Key requirements:

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  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent preferred)
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  • Significant leadership experience in revenue control or finance within a global organisation
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  • Strong understanding of partner-led business models, billing structures, and client dynamics
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  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive behavioural change
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  • Deep expertise in revenue optimisation, collections strategy, and financial performance management
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  • Experience managing international teams and operating across multiple jurisdictions
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  • Technologically strong, with an interest in data, analytics, and process automation
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What you need to do now
\n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
\n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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