Legal Office Operations & People Manager

Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO and 401K with employer match

Life insurance and long-term disabled

Job summary

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is seeking an Administrative Manager for its Kansas City office. The role will supervise a group of legal support staff and provide support for office operations to ensure attorneys have necessary assistance and a suitable work environment for the practice of law.

The successful candidate will lead with integrity, communicate effectively with all levels of management, and drive operational improvements while maintaining confidentiality in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a management/supervisory role in a professional service setting.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and confidentiality skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Pro-active, takes initiative and demonstrates a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supervise legal assistants, receptionist, office supervisor/coordinator, and interns.
• Monitor and coordinate staffing ratios and workflow.
• Manage timekeeping, PTO, overtime, and attendance for direct reports.
• Assess staff performance, provide coaching, and conduct annual reviews.
• Address basic employee relations and onboarding/offboarding duties.
• Collaborate on recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of staff.
• Assist with training and development for assigned staff.
• Ensure office operations, facilities, and vendors run smoothly.
• Plan and promote office events and cross-office coordination.
• Perform other administrative duties as requested.

Skills

People management

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Initiative

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or management

High School Diploma

Job description

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is seeking an Administrative Manager for its Kansas City office. The role will supervise a group of legal support staff and provide support for office operations to ensure attorneys have necessary assistance and a suitable work environment for the practice of law.

The successful candidate will lead with integrity, communicate effectively with all levels of management, and drive operational improvements while maintaining confidentiality in a fast-paced setting.