Legal Practice Manager — Growth, Compliance & Ops Lead

Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ADO

Birthday leave

Bonuses

Job summary

Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers in the Macarthur region is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the growing firm. This full-time role focuses on compliance, systems, and enabling lawyers and staff to deliver excellent client service.

You will manage finances, practice management software, staffing, risk and quality protocols, and develop business strategies to grow the practice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in legal practice management and Australian compliance.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting skills.
• Experience in staff recruitment, training and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration, budgeting, performance monitoring and reporting.
• Manage finances including billing, AR/AP and cost control.
• Implement and maintain practice management systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory obligations and insurance conditions.
• Lead staffing, induction, training, supervision and reviews.
• Monitor client account compliance and trust accounting requirements.
• Develop business development strategies to drive growth and retention.
• Prepare management reports for principals with KPIs and metrics.
• Manage risk, quality assurance, and liaise with external advisers.

Skills

Legal practice management

Budgeting & financial management

Staff recruitment & training

Compliance & risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Legal Practice Management

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers in the Macarthur region is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the growing firm. This full-time role focuses on compliance, systems, and enabling lawyers and staff to deliver excellent client service.

You will manage finances, practice management software, staffing, risk and quality protocols, and develop business strategies to grow the practice.