Senior Law Firm Operations Manager - NY Office

Bakerhostetler-1; New York (NY); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Group health, dental, and vision

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

BakerHostetler LLP seeks an Office Administrator in its New York office to lead day-to-day financial and operational activities under the Office Managing Partner and Director of Administration. The role supervises HR, facilities, records, accounting and billing teams and partners with firm leadership to drive efficiency and compliance across the NY office.

The position requires a strong blend of budgeting, accounting, and operations management, with a track record of diplomacy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business with 10 years of law firm operations experience.
• Master’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee director-level managers (HR, Facilities, Records, Accounting & Billing, Conference Room).
• Develop and monitor NY Office budget; present for leadership review.
• Oversee office accounting: AR, AP, expenses, trust accounting; collaborate with Accounting & Billing.
• Coordinate with firmwide teams to ensure compliance in all areas.
• Manage client collections with Managing Partner and Billing Attorney.
• Participate in NY Office strategic and business planning.
• Develop office procedures with HR to foster a productive environment.
• Oversee facilities operations, safety, vendor contracts, equipment.
• Plan major office events and firm meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Financial analysis

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business

Master’s degree (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BakerHostetler LLP seeks an Office Administrator in its New York office to lead day-to-day financial and operational activities under the Office Managing Partner and Director of Administration. The role supervises HR, facilities, records, accounting and billing teams and partners with firm leadership to drive efficiency and compliance across the NY office.

The position requires a strong blend of budgeting, accounting, and operations management, with a track record of diplomacy and