Pricing Analyst

Summary

The Pricing Analyst will work with team leadership to support our lawyers with structuring, modeling and negotiating client and matter level fee arrangements. In addition, the Analyst with assist with client and matter management, various billing rates processes, Firmwide financial analysis and other initiatives to enhance the strategic pricing goals of the Pricing Team and the Firm.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide support in developing rate proposals, alternative fee arrangements, fee estimates, matter budgets and pricing options in response to client requests

Assist in responding to the pricing and financial components of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other business development pitches

Provide support for the annual billing rate setting process and perform ongoing benchmarking analysis and maintenance of standard hourly billing rates throughout the year

Assist with various projects, including analysis of historical matters, to support the pricing and budgeting process

Provide analysis and regular reporting to support client and matter management needs

Assist in the identification, documentation and monitoring of alternative fee arrangements

Develop/enhance financial templates and models to expand upon and streamline existing processes surrounding the Firm’s pricing function

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

Target Salary Range

$88,000 - $96,000 if located in Illinois

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance

A minimum of 2 years of accounting or financial analysis experience.

Advanced capabilities and knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred:

Previous experience working in a client facing position or a professional services firm

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

Strong organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Good judgment

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

Able to work under pressure

Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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