A major international law firm is seeking a Head of Finance and Operations to focus on the London office, leading its UK finance function and play a central role on the London Management Team. This is a broad, influential position that goes far beyond traditional financial control. It''s ideally suited to a senior finance leader who combines strong commercial acumen with people leadership, partner/stakeholder management and operational oversight. This is not a technical accounting hire. Those capabilities already sit within the team. Instead, they are seeking someone who can:Provide confident leadership and direction to the UK finance function.Shape culture, bring the team together and articulate a clear commercial strategy.Strengthen financial insight and challenge across the London office.Influence partners and senior leaders to drive performance and commercial discipline.Ensure financial and operational decisions align with broader business strategy.You''ll need to be an experienced adviser to senior leadership, a strong relationship-builder and someone who thrives in a fast-moving, partnership-driven environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFinance LeadershipLead and develop the UK finance function, shaping culture, capability and long-term strategic direction.Partner with the London Management Team (LMT) to define and drive the financial strategy of the London office.Lead commercial finance activity including pricing, profitability, performance analysis and strategic financial de