Financial Terms Senior Analyst

Sidley in London

We are proud to offer our lawyers and professional staff myriad opportunities to apply their talents toward important, challenging projects on a global stage. Our culture of collegiality attracts people with diverse skills and backgrounds who are dedicated to teamwork, collaboration and superior client service.

Sidley has built an inclusive, collegiate culture firmwide and we maintain an environment focused on teamwork and cooperation. Our London office has a relaxed, down-to-earth friendliness, with lawyers and business professionals at all levels treating each other with genuine respect. We value the skills and knowledge that each team member brings and believe in creating a work environment where everyone thrives.

We are located in a distinctive new development at 70 St. Mary Axe with panoramic views across London. Based in the heart of the City and close to Liverpool Street station with all the area has to offer - fantastic restaurants and bars, shopping and sporting facilities. You’ll find a great social scene within the office, with organized events including sailing and skiing weekends, seasonal parties and charitable team activities.

Inclusion

Sidley is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture.  We recognize that bringing together individuals from various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens the quality of our legal work and continues to position us as a trusted leader in the legal profession.  Our commitment to inclusion not only enriches our workplace but also enhances our ability to fulfill our mission providing the highest quality legal services for our clients.

Role overview

The Financial Terms Senior Analyst plays a critical role in supporting Sidley’s global Financial Terms Management function, with a primary focus on enabling new business operations across the firm’s European offices. This is a new role for the London office, and the position serves as a subject matter resource responsible for the review, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing compliance of client and matter financial terms throughout the client-matter lifecycle.

The candidate will work closely with partners, Conflicts and New Business, Pricing, Billing, eBilling, Accounts Receivable, and other revenue teams, and will ensure that financial terms are accurately captured, interpreted, configured, communicated, and maintained in accordance with client agreements, firm policies, and operational requirements. The role combines analytical expertise, technical proficiency, and sound business judgment to support complex client arrangements, resolve issues, improve processes, and promote consistency across the revenue cycle.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced professional services environment. This individual will serve as a key contributor to process improvement initiatives, operational excellence, and the continued development of the Financial Terms Management function.

Key responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Essential Duty and Responsibility (the “Essential Duties”) satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties

• Review, analyze, and validate financial terms for new and existing clients and matters to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with client agreements, firm policies, and revenue management requirements.

• Partner with the Conflicts and New Business team to support client intake activities, including reviewing financial information submitted through the New Business Form and validating supporting documentation.

• Configure, maintain, and update financial terms within the firm’s financial systems, including client and matter billing arrangements, rate structures, discounts, and other financial provisions.

• Review financial provisions within client guidelines, engagement terms, and related agreements to ensure proper interpretation, implementation, and compliance across the firm.

• Collaborate with Contracts and Compliance, Pricing, Billing, eBilling, Accounts Receivable, and other business teams to ensure consistent application of financial terms and client requirements.

• Support the onboarding and operational needs of the firm’s European offices by ensuring financial terms are appropriately reviewed, implemented, and maintained in accordance with regional business requirements and firm standards.

• Provide coverage for the Financial Terms Management department mailbox outside of standard U.S. business hours, monitoring and triaging urgent requests, coordinating resolution with appropriate stakeholders, and ensuring uninterrupted support for the firm's European offices and global business operations.

Candidate profile

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• A minimum of 2 years of analytical experience

• Advanced capability and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Experience with 3E, Intapp, Sharepoint, Smartsheets, NetDocs

Other Skills and Abilities

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

• Sound judgement and the confidence to make informed decisions when handling complex information.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues across a range of teams.

• A naturally analytical approach, with strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

• A collaborative and proactive working style, with the ability to build positive relationships across the business.

• A high level of professionalism, discretion and integrity when handling confidential information.

• The ability to remain calm and effective when working to tight deadlines and changing priorities.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary performance bonus

• Non-contributory pension scheme – 5% employer contribution, with an additional 3% matched from you

• 33 days paid time off – inclusive of short-term sickness absence

• Private Medical Insurance

• Permanent Health Insurance

• Life Assurance – equivalent to four times your salary

• Health club contribution

• Interest-free season ticket loan

• Free GP service and regular health checks