Practice Manager

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Maidstone is seeking an experienced practice manager to oversee recruitment, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will have strong practice management experience within a law firm and be a proactive leader, inspiring teams and driving results. This role combines people leadership with operational strategy in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in practice management within a law firm.
• Confident in HR, payroll, compliance, and operational management.
• A proactive leader who inspires teams and drives results.

Responsibilities

• Attracting, hiring, and guiding employees while overseeing team performance.
• Managing office operations and maintaining workplace environments.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Leading strategic initiatives, planning, and execution of key projects.

Skills

Practice management experience

Human resources management

Operational management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

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Are you an experienced practice manager ready to take the lead across multiple offices? We’re looking for a hands-on, strategic professional to oversee recruitment, onboarding, staff management, and the smooth running of day-to-day operations with a great Sussex firm

What you’ll be doing:

• Attracting, hiring, and guiding employees while overseeing team performance
• Managing office operations and maintaining workplace environments
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Coordinating relationships with vendors and managing contracts
• Organising professional development, training programs, and employee wellness initiatives
• Handling payroll, benefits, and insurance administration
• Leading strategic initiatives, planning, and execution of key projects with the senior management team

What we’re looking for:

• Strong experience in practice management within a law firm
• Confident in HR, payroll, compliance, and operational management
• Strategic thinker with excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive leader who inspires teams and drives results

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine people leadership with operational strategy in a fast-paced, professional environment.