Senior Financial Analyst – Pricing

About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About The Role The Senior Financial Analyst – Pricing is an integral part of Latham’s Financial Analysis team and will be responsible for providing financial, analytical, and business support to drive success towards the firm’s goals and objectives , while providing pricing expertise and advisory services to attorneys and other business functions through quantitative (i.e. profitability analysis) and qualitative (i.e. negotiation tactics) support. This role will be located in ourGlobal Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles .

Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include:

• Leading pricing response for the pursuit of new opportunities by developing competitive, innovative, and profitable fee proposals that align to the firm’s strategic and financial goals
• Conducting pricing-focused practice group, industry, and market analysis to share with leadership teams in order to drive optimal decision making
• Developing internal pricing databases and external go-to-market templates for key product areas that allow for more efficient and effective fee responses on engagement opportunities
• Assisting the Rate Approval Committee by leveraging the ServiceNow database to develop ongoing reports that inform the committee of the outcome, performance, and trends based on historical approval decisions
• Preparing analysis and presentation materials for annual pricing strategy meetings with senior management and leadership teams
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in PC applications, including project management software, MS Office, and other programs necessary to complete thorough analyses and reports
• Possess advanced financial modeling and project management skills
• Display an advanced ability to perceive and analyze problems and develop alternative strategies to solve them

And have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in economics, finance, accounting, business administration, management, or related field, preferably a Master’s degree or equivalent in a related field
• A minimum of four (4) years’ experience related to financial analysis and/or project management, preferably in a professional services environment
• Experience developing financial analysis/modeling and project tracking/reporting, preferably

Benefits & Additional Information Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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Pay Range USD $120,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.