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Short Hills, New Jersey, United States
Hybrid
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Summary
The Manager, Strategic Finance & Market Analytics, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, will serve as a strategic finance and market intelligence leader, translating client profitability, competitor analysis and financial analysis into actionable recommendations for firm leadership. The role will support growth decisions for senior firm leadership (including but not limited to where the firm should invest and how to improve returns from clients, markets, partners, and teams). The role partners closely with the Sr Analyst, Business Intelligence & Analytics for data preparation and analysis and with the Revenue Management team for Practice Group storytelling and recommendations.
Location
This position can sit in our New York, Short Hills, Reston, or Austin office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
Desired Skills
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into concise business insights and recommendations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create executive-ready materials and tailor messaging to finance, business, and leadership audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including data analysis, dashboarding, data visualization, and/or planning tools. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment. Collaborative, growth-oriented mindset with the judgment, patience, and credibility to serve as a mentor to analysts and build trusted working relationships across finance and business teams.
Relevant background may include McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Big Four advisory, investment banking, corporate strategy, or law-firm competitive intelligence. Strong financial modeling, market research, business-case development, and scenario-analysis skills. Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into concise, executive-ready recommendations. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including comfort working with senior leaders.
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%, depending on location and business needs. May be expected to travel to the Reston, VA, Short Hills, NJ, and New York City offices for meetings.
Minimum Education
Preferred Education
Certificates
Minimum Years of Experience
Essential Job Expectations
All DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people, upholding our firm values as part of our culture. Specific expectations include:
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: This is primarily sedentary work, requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects. The role involves sitting for extended periods, with occasional walking and standing, and occasional travel, both domestic and international.
Work Environment
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. The specific arrangement will be determined at the time of hiring and may be modified at the firm's discretion.
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply directly online. Application materials sent via email will not be accepted.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position or participate in the selection process. For accommodation requests, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
This job description provides a concise overview of the role and is not intended to describe all work elements that may be performed. It should not serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions. Job duties, requirements, and expectations may be modified at the firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not alter the at-will nature of employment.
We are committed to excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people.
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $124,167 - $172,003 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.
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