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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

The Business Consultant role- is responsible for supporting the financial management and operations within the Legal Department. This role involves analyzing legal spend, budgeting, planning, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with related policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial principles, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

The role reports to the Senior Legal Operations Manager of Enterprise Functions. The position will work closely with the Head of Legal Operations, Senior Legal Managers and the Chief Legal Officer.

***Role has in office expectations****

For this opportunity: Truist will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including, but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time.  

1.    Conduct detailed financial analysis of the Legal Department’s expenditures, including outside counsel and vendor costs. Identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
2.    Assist in the preparation of the overall Legal Departments and respective practice areas’ budget and monthly forecasts. Monitor budget performance and analyze variances.
3.    Partner with the Data Analytics Team to track and report on legal spend, providing insights to legal and finance leadership. Utilize dashboards and reports for effective spend management.
4.    Collaborate with the procurement team and other stakeholders to establish budgets and advise on the financial impact of departmental expenses related to technology and legal-related vendors.
5.    Prepare and present financial reports to the legal operations and finance teams. Ensure accurate and timely reporting in line with corporate guidelines.  
6.    Identify and implement process improvements in financial operations within the Legal Department. Work on automation and optimization of financial workflows.
7.    Monitor financial activities within the Legal Department to comply with policies and internal controls.
8.    Serve as primary contact with Finance and partner with other cross-functional teams to align on budget goals, spending initiatives, and reporting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1.    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
2.    5 or more years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or a related role, preferably within a legal or corporate environment
3.    Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
4.    Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Excel, SAP, or other ERP systems
5.    Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders
6.    Solid organizational skills with attention to detail
7.    Superb verb