Office Manager - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee operations in their Bristol office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, ensuring efficient processes and compliance while supporting Directors and managing a busy admin team. This role demands a proactive leader with a focus on maintaining a high-performing, compliant workplace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in office and personnel management (legal sector preferred).
• Confident with numbers, compliance, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of SRA rules, legal aid audits, or case management systems would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention of staff.
• Oversee appraisals, holidays, and absence management.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and Lexcel standards.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Time management

Financial oversight

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Manager - Bristol

Are you a confident, proactive leader with a knack for keeping things running like clockwork? We're looking for an experienced Office Manager to take the reins of this busy legal practice.

What You'll Be Doing

As Office Manager, you'll be the operational heartbeat of the firm supporting the Directors lead a happy and high-performing team, and keep their offices efficient, compliant, and client-focused.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention of staff
• Line manage the admin team
• Oversee appraisals, holidays, and absence management
• Foster strong communication between Directors and staff
• Ensure regulatory compliance and Lexcel standards
• Manage contracts, complaints, and board meetings
• Support the COLP and COFA with audits and supervision
• Oversee IT projects and liaise with consultants
• Ensure GDPR and IT protocols are followed
• Monitor cash flow and payroll
• Liaise with accountants and authorise payments
• Support financial audits and reporting
• Manage office buildings, equipment, and suppliers
• Ensure health & safety compliance and security
• Lead on equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives

Requirements:

• 2+ years' experience in office and personnel management (legal sector preferred)
• Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills
• Confident with numbers, compliance, and Microsoft Office
• A calm, assertive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of SRA rules, legal aid audits, or case management systems would be an advantage

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*