Resource Manager

McKinlay Law; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a resource manager to optimize work allocation and build relationships within their practice group. The role involves monitoring resource needs and managing chargeable hours. Candidates should have managerial experience in a law firm and excellent communication skills. This is an opportunity for paralegal or secretarial managers looking to advance in a prestigious environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of building strong relationships.
• Experience in allocating work effectively.
• Ability to monitor chargeable hours and provide feedback.

Responsibilities

• Allocate work across the group effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor resource needs and identify busyness.
• Attend weekly management meetings.

Skills

Managerial experience in a law firm

Excellent relationship-building skills

Confident communication

Job description

Job Overview

This role is no longer accepting applications. However, we may have similar positions available now or in the future.

Salary: to £60,000 (negotiable, depending on experience)

A major international law firm is seeking a resource manager to assist one of their practice groups. The successful candidate will work closely with partners, fee earners, and support staff, and must have a proven track record of building strong relationships.

The primary responsibility of the resource manager is to allocate work across the group, ensuring all client matters are staffed effectively and efficiently. Key duties include:

• Building strong relationships with the practice group and optimizing work allocation
• Proactively anticipating and recognizing resourcing needs
• Monitoring resource needs and identifying times of increased or decreased busyness
• Attending weekly management meetings
• Understanding individual skillsets and identifying training needs
• Monitoring chargeable hours and providing feedback to partners

To be considered, candidates must have managerial experience in a law firm, excellent relationship-building skills, and be a confident communicator. This is an ideal opportunity for a paralegal or secretarial manager to take on further responsibility in a leading global law firm.

Equal Employment Opportunity statement: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.