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Pricing Analyst at DLA Piper | LAYIQ

Work with Business Development/Pitch team, Pricing team and Service Delivery leadership to develop rate proposals, fee estimates and pricing options in response to client RFP’s and ad-hoc requests.
Work directly with Billing/Rates, Pricing team and firm attorneys to identify rate renewal opportunities, develop proposals, receive Practice Group approval and communicate/submit per the relevant deadline(s).
Coordinate with Pricing leadership and Sr Pricing Analysts to contribute to financial models for assessing financial impact and profitability of pricing proposals. Assist in the development of creative, workable pricing solutions in response to client demands, including alternative fee arrangements.
Perform historical analytics of matters in coordination with Pricing leadership and Sr Pricing Analysts to identify key risks and drivers of fee magnitude to build robust pricing models for broader implementation.
Work with Billing/Rates, New Business Intake and other firm staff to ensure billing system setup and documentation of clients/matters captures intended pricing arrangements, rates, and other relevant client notes.
Compiles and communicates relevant progress, wins, risks to Pricing/Firm Leadership in a timely manner.
Work on special projects in support of the Firm’s strategic initiatives.
Performs other duties and ad-hoc analyses as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives.
Desired Skills
Must have strong problem solving, planning and organizational skills.
Must be an innovative and strategic thinker.
Ability to manage multiple projects, take initiative and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Must have ability to self-direct and build collaborative relationship across the firm.
Solid analytical skills required along with exceptional attention to detail.
Must be a self-starter.
Proficient in summarizing and charting large data sets.
Advanced MS Word & Excel experience, to include experience using VLOOKUP and PivotTable functions.
Previous experience in a law firm or other professional services firm desirable.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or similar field.
Minimum Years of Experience
3 years’ directly related experience, preferably in financial analysis, billing, accounting or similar type work.
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:
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.
Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.
Comply with firm policies and procedures.
Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.
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 selected candidate will 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.

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