Flint Bishop appoints new chief financial officer

Derby-headquartered law firm Flint Bishop has appointed Mark Johnson as chief financial officer following a record financial year as it continues its national expansion plans.

Mark joins from Browne Jacobson, where he helped support significant growth, contributing to an increase in revenue from £70 million to £130 million over five years. 

He brings more than 15 years of experience across the legal and financial services sectors, having also held senior finance roles with Equifax, Experian and Capital One.

In his new role, Mark will lead Flint Bishop’s financial strategy, supporting investment, geographic expansion and acquisition activity while strengthening financial governance across the business.

He said:“Flint Bishop has built a strong platform for growth and has clear ambition for the future. 

“I am excited to be joining a business that is not only scaling but doing so with a clear strategic focus. 

“The role of the modern chief financial officer goes far beyond reporting, it is about driving performance, enabling confident decision-making and ensuring the business has the financial insight and discipline to succeed at scale. 

“I look forward to working with the leadership team to deliver sustainable growth, strengthen financial performance and build a best-in-class, technology-enabled finance function.”

Mark’s appointment follows a record £43 million year for the firm and forms part of its continued investment in senior leadership. 

Mark will work closely with the executive team as Flint Bishop pursues further growth and enhances its finance function through data-led decision-making and technology.

Qamer Ghafoor, chief executive of Flint Bishop, added: “Mark is exactly the calibre of chief financial officer we need at this stage in our journey. 

“He brings a rare combination of commercial acumen, strategic clarity and a proven ability to scale organisations at pace. 

“His focus on data-led decision-making, financial discipline and transformation will be instrumental as we continue to grow nationally and invest in the future of the firm.”

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