Practice Manager

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm is seeking a Legal Aid Practice Manager to oversee daily operations, manage compliance, and support business development. Ideal candidates will possess relevant legal experience, professionalism, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a legal environment.
• Strong professionalism and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external organisations.
• Willingness to develop skills, including negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations including administrative functions and office logistics.
• Manage change and project initiatives.
• Ensure a professional and efficient office environment.
• Handle office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships.
• Lead staff development and training programmes.
• Oversee billing, revenue control, and debt recovery.
• Prepare and manage the firm’s budget in collaboration with Directors.
• Monitor financial performance and provide regular reports to management.
• Develop and implement office policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage documentation and liaise with external IT support.
• Support marketing efforts and manage social media accounts.
• Assist with organising events, seminars, and networking activities.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities.

Skills

Professionalism

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Our Client is seeking a Legal Aid Practice Manager. They offer the opportunity to work with a dedicated and compassionate team in a supportive work environment that is committed to professional growth.

About The Firm

A specialist firm of solicitors with offices nationwide, providing expert legal services in various areas. The firm is dedicated to maintaining a dynamic and supportive work environment, offering a professional and collaborative setting for all employees.

Position Overview

The Practice Manager will oversee the daily administrative and operational functions of the firm, ensuring smooth operations, compliance with regulations, and support for business development efforts. This role is crucial in maintaining the firm’s efficiency and contributing to its strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Office Management

• Oversee daily operations, including administrative functions and office logistics
• Manage change and project initiatives
• Ensure a professional and efficient office environment
• Handle office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships
• Lead staff development and training programmes

Financial Management

• Oversee billing, revenue control, and debt recovery
• Prepare and manage the firm’s budget in collaboration with the Directors
• Monitor financial performance and provide regular reports to management

Operations and Compliance

• Develop and implement office policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including SRA standards
• Oversee case management systems and IT operations
• Manage documentation and liaise with external IT support

Marketing and Business Development

• Support marketing efforts, including managing social media accounts and website updates
• Assist with organising events, seminars, and networking activities
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities
• Contribute to strategic business planning

Requirements

• Relevant experience in a legal environment
• Strong professionalism and commercial acumen
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with a proactive and results-oriented approach
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external organisations
• Willingness to develop skills, including negotiation

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and dedicated team
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you\'re a Practice Manager ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36882.

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