Senior Legal Operations Manager – Practice Leader

eNL; Manchester; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

eNL, a long-established law firm in Greater Manchester, is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to run the daily operations and support the firm's senior leadership with strategic development. You will oversee administration, HR, budgetary control, risk and regulatory compliance, and relationships with suppliers, ensuring high service standards for clients while enabling firm growth.

The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to influence how the practice operates, with close

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Practice Manager, Legal Operations or senior management role within the legal sector.
• Strong understanding of operational and regulatory requirements of a law firm.
• Excellent organisational and commercial skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running and administration of the practice.
• Supporting the firm's partners and senior management team.
• Managing and developing operational processes and procedures.
• Monitoring compliance, risk and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing HR, recruitment and staff development.
• Supporting financial and budgetary management.
• Managing relationships with key external suppliers and professional advisers.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Supporting the implementation of the firm's strategic plans.

Skills

Legal Operations

Senior management

Stakeholder management

Operational leadership

Job description

eNL, a long-established law firm in Greater Manchester, is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to run the daily operations and support the firm's senior leadership with strategic development. You will oversee administration, HR, budgetary control, risk and regulatory compliance, and relationships with suppliers, ensuring high service standards for clients while enabling firm growth.

The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to influence how the practice operates, with close