Executive Director - Law Firm Operations & Strategy

Klinedinst-PC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Klinedinst PC is seeking an experienced, operationally focused Executive Director to lead firmwide business operations across seven offices and drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Reporting directly to the President and working closely with the CEO and executive leadership, the Executive Director oversees all administrative functions—including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing & Business Development, Talent Acquisition, and Facilities/Office Administration.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior executive leadership experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Prior experience managing business operations is strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of law firm economics, including billing, realization, profitability drivers, and financial reporting.
• Proven track record leading multi-disciplinary teams across finance, HR, technology, marketing, and office administration.
• Demonstrated success overseeing multi-office operations, change management, and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Executive Leadership & Strategy: Partner with firm leadership to define and execute strategic business plans, operational goals, KPIs, and accountability frameworks across all offices.
• Financial & Revenue Operations: Collaborate with the Director of Finance to evaluate profitability, budgeting, forecasting, and billing/collections cycles; lead compensation analyses and resource allocation.
• Talent & HR Leadership: Oversee recruitment, retention, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and workforce planning in coordination with HR leadership.
• Technology & Innovation: Align IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies with firm goals to boost productivity and mitigate risk.
• Office Operations & Real Estate: Direct administrative standards, vendor relationships, lease negotiations, space planning, and facilities management across all office locations.
• Marketing & Business Development: Support strategic initiatives, brand presence, and client acquisition ROI in partnership with marketing leadership.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication & negotiation

Job description

Klinedinst PC is seeking an experienced, operationally focused Executive Director to lead firmwide business operations across seven offices and drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Reporting directly to the President and working closely with the CEO and executive leadership, the Executive Director oversees all administrative functions—including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing & Business Development, Talent Acquisition, and Facilities/Office Administration.