Legal Office Operations Leader

Barnes-&-Thornburg-LL; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Thornburg is seeking an Office Manager to oversee the Nashville office's day-to-day operations, including facilities, workplace services, administrative support, and vendor relationships.

The role partners with HR and firm leadership to deliver exceptional service to clients and employees, manage budgets and staffing, and drive operational initiatives while maintaining confidentiality of firm and client information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an Office Manager or business manager, preferably within legal or professional services.
• Proven track record of progressive success in human resources or administrative management within a growing organization.
• Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities with ability to implement initiatives and drive change.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Human Resources on employee relations matters, performance management, promotions, performance improvement plans, and terminations.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned business professional positions, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
• Coordinate attorney, legal support, and business professional interview schedules as needed.
• Supervise, coach, train, evaluate, and develop direct reports, including performance and compensation reviews.
• Oversee facilities, office services, and vendor relationships to maximize service quality and value.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Budget management

Relationship building

HR management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Barnes & Thornburg is seeking an Office Manager to oversee the Nashville office's day-to-day operations, including facilities, workplace services, administrative support, and vendor relationships.

The role partners with HR and firm leadership to deliver exceptional service to clients and employees, manage budgets and staffing, and drive operational initiatives while maintaining confidentiality of firm and client information.