Operations Manager

Guildhall Chambers; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading barristers' chambers in Bristol is seeking an Operations Manager to ensure smooth operations and support senior leadership. The role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing HR support. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential. Flexibility and passion for excellence will be key to success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to manage office services staff.
• Excellent organizational skills to oversee recruitment and training.
• Effective communication skills to support governance functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage office services staff.
• Oversee recruitment and development for team performance.
• Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory obligations.
• Manage office administration and health & safety.
• Support governance functions and documentation.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Operations Manager - Guildhall Chambers, Broad Street, Bristol

Closing Date: 29 September 2025 at 6pm

About Guildhall Chambers

Guildhall Chambers is a preeminent, multi-disciplinary set of barristers chambers based in Bristol, operating throughout England & Wales. There are over 80 barristers in Chambers, working in some fourteen areas of practice in civil and criminal law.

Role

The pivotal role of Operations Manager supports the smooth running of Chambers, ensuring our barristers and staff are empowered to perform at their best. Youll work closely with senior leadership to manage office operations, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and provide essential HR support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage office services staff, including reception, housekeeping, and facilities.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and development to maximise team performance.
• Ensure Chambers meets all legislative and regulatory obligations.
• Manage office administration, premises maintenance, and health & safety.
• Support governance functions,including committee coordination and documentation.
• Deliver HR support,including policy development, staff benefits, appraisals, and E&D data reporting.
• Facilitate pupillage and mini-pupillage processes in line with BSB standards.

Reporting to

Civil Strategy Director

Responsible for

Receptionist, Office Services Staff, Housekeeper, Handyman

Requirements

We are looking for someone with strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about supporting professional excellence.

Applications

Interested? Send your application and CV via the apply button below. Applications close on the 29th of September at 6pm. The job description is available on request.