Scott Foster

Chief Operating Officer
Balfour + Manson

After a 35-year career in banking with RBS, I took time out in 2020 to look at building and developing my own training and management consultancy business. This saw me working and consulting with law firms throughout Scotland on developing commercial efficiencies in legal practices to allow them to develop their brand and place in the marketplace. I also write and deliver financial training skills courses on behalf of CLT Scotland with their trainees and similar training on behalf of the Law Society of Scotland members from young associates through to partners. In addition, I advise on the Law Society’s new partner induction training program as well as lecturing to the trainee CPD program on commercial awareness in law firms. I joined Balfour+Manson in April 2023 as their Chief Operating Officer.

I work closely with the Finance Director and Partners in the firm to implement and progress their business strategy and deliver in-house training on the broader commerciality aspect of running a modern successful growing Legal practice.

When I am not at work I enjoy time with my family, playing snooker, running my annual charity sports quiz and fulfilling my passion for golf. Also enjoy sports podcasts listening to music (I can’t hold a tune personally!) and watching most sports.

CPD & Training with Scott Foster:

Essential Financial Skills Course

CPD
Live online
3rd June 2025 13:30 - 15:30 Professional skills courses, In-house lawyers, Essential skills training
This course breaks through financial jargon and helps to interpret account statements and balance sheets. We will also explain budget control and accurate forecasting, effective cost-management, how to understand company accounts and cash flow statements as well as how to make a business case for investment.

Talent Retention and Succession Planning

CPD
Live online
6th June 2023 11:00 - 13:00 Essential skills training|Personal injury, Professional negligence, Road traffic, Employment law, Children, Education, Family and divorce, Commercial property, Civil court work, Environment, Power and utilities
Staff issues are major factors for many firms. This panel will discuss what actions employers (small and medium firms in particular) need to consider to retain talent, as well as how best to go about succession planning.

Practice Management for Relationship Managers Course

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Certification courses
This certificated course is for relationships managers working in financial services serving the legal industry in Scotland.