Working capital team lead (14m FTC)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a working capital team lead to join our finance team, based in the A&O Shearman Belfast office.

Finance - working capital team - Belfast

The Belfast finance department provides services to the A&O Shearman network of offices covering management and financial accounting and reporting, revenue control, credit control, accounts payable and tax. Main offices currently served are London, Belfast, US, South Africa, Dubai, Israel, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Netherlands and Germany.

There is a strong client service ethic, and we work to service level agreements, targets and deadlines to deliver in line with client expectations.

What you will do

• Lead and manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, and performance improvement
• Oversee global billing, cash allocation, and collections, ensuring accuracy and timely processes to improve cash flow and reduce DSO
• Manage and support a team of around 10, conducting regular 1:1s, delegating tasks, and handling escalations effectively
• Drive a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement through process reviews and enhancements
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and local offices, acting as a trusted advisor on debt escalations and bad debt cases
• Prepare monthly reports and support month-end activities, including overtime when required
• Contribute to projects and initiatives as requested by senior management

What you will have

• Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplined teams and delivering results under tight deadlines
• Strong people management skills, including hiring, developing talent, and fostering a high-performing culture
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with teams and senior stakeholders
• High emotional intelligence with resilience and adaptability during change or busy periods
• A positive, solutions-focused attitude with confidence to lead through complexity and drive continuous improvement

What we can offer you

We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services.
We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.

Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with 48 offices in 28 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world’s most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future.

We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world’s leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients.

Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing.

What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.