Director of Operations

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Director of Operations to enhance operational efficiency. This role involves managing finance, HR, and vendor relationships while driving strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in law firm operations, strong financial acumen, and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive team committed to equity and justice, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Coverage

401(k)

Commuter Benefits

PTO

Qualifications

• At least five years managing operations in a law firm or similar environment.
• Proficient in law firm accounting including trust account management.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations including finance and HR administration.
• Oversee accounting tasks and collaborate with external vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Strategic Thinking

Financial Acumen

Tech Proficiency

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This range is provided by Hawthorne Lane. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Are you a strategic operations leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment? This boutique law firm in DC is seeking a Director of Operations to manage and optimize the inner workings of day-to-day processes. From accounting, finance and HR, to vendor relationships and infrastructure, this role touches nearly every part of the firm’s operations and is essential to keeping the firm running smoothly. This professional will work alongside firm leadership to drive strategic decision-making and ensure the team has the tools, systems, and support to deliver outstanding results. If you’re a systems thinker with a sharp eye for detail and a knack for improving processes, apply today.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take the lead on day-to-day operations, including finance, billing, and administrative processes.
• Serve as the firm’s internal point person for technology and coordinate with external vendors for IT and infrastructure support.
• Oversee all aspects of HR administration—from onboarding and benefits to policy development and compliance.
• Manage in-depth accounting tasks such as budgeting, payroll, trusts accounting and other financial reporting needs; collaborate with the external vendor partnerships.
• Develop and execute internal systems that support a high-functioning team, including supervision of administrative staff.
• Work with leadership to enhance firm visibility through marketing and branding efforts.
• Provide strategic analysis to support operational planning and big-picture decision-making.
• Track performance metrics and ensure compliance across all administrative functions.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, close-knit team committed to equity and justice.
• Competitive benefits and compensation packages include medical and dental coverage, 401(k), commuter benefits, and PTO.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced. You’ve spent at least five years managing operations in a law firm or similar professional services environment and are comfortable handling a wide range of responsibilities.
• Financially savvy. You understand the ins and outs of law firm accounting, including trust account management, billing cycles, and financial reporting.
• Tech-forward. You're proficient in tools like QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and legal billing systems—and you enjoy making systems work better.
• Communicative. You’re a clear, confident communicator—both in writing and verbally—and can effectively collaborate across departments and with external vendors.
• Organized. You can manage multiple priorities, keep projects on track, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
• Leadership-minded. You’re comfortable overseeing staff, offering day-to-day support, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Strategic. You see the big picture and can provide insight and analysis that helps leadership make informed decisions.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Accounting/Auditing, and Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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