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DLA Piper · 4 days ago

Pricing Analyst

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$80K/yr - $117K/yr

3+ years exp

DLA Piper is a collaborative and supportive firm that values its people. The Pricing Analyst will support the firm's strategic initiatives by analyzing historical data and performance to advise on profitable arrangements and rate structures, working closely with various teams to develop pricing proposals and financial models.

AdviceLaw EnforcementLegalProfessional Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Financial analysisData analysisAdvanced ExcelProblem solvingOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detailSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or similar field

3 years' directly related experience, preferably in financial analysis, billing, accounting or similar type work

Strong problem solving, planning and organizational skills

Innovative and strategic thinker

Ability to manage multiple projects, take initiative and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Ability to self-direct and build collaborative relationships across the firm

Solid analytical skills required along with exceptional attention to detail

Self-starter

Proficient in summarizing and charting large data sets

Advanced MS Word & Excel experience, to include experience using VLOOKUP and PivotTable functions

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties

Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner

Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product

Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required

Foster positive work relationships

Comply with all firm policies and practices

Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment

Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned