Administration Managers (4 days onsite)

Avant Tech; Milnerton; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal services firm in Milnerton is looking for a seasoned Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and manage teams across local offices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal operations and team management, demonstrating strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits including health care and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years team management experience.
• 7+ years of legal operations or administrative experience.
• Proven ability to manage legal secretaries and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily administrative operations for assigned local offices.
• Oversee 7-10 reports and 25+ staff in the LA region.
• Drive initiatives related to recruiting and team development.

Skills

Law firm experience

Team management

Strong communication

Solution-oriented mindset

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Oversee daily administrative operations for assigned local offices (LA, OC, and SD)

Responsibilities

• Directly manage 7-10 reports and 25+ staff in the LA region, including secretaries and department assistants
• Provide indirect oversight of outsourced office services, reception, and facilities teams
• Drive initiatives related to recruiting, integration, and profession development, and training for legel support team
• Coordinate Local events, community outreach, and assist with budget monitoring
• travel to regional offices up to once per month

Qualifications

• Law firm experience required
• Minimum of 5 years team management experience; 7+ years of legal operations or administrative experience
• Proven ability to manage legal secretaries and professional support staff
• Skilled in onboarding, coaching, and performance management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration across teams
• Bachelor\'s degree strongly preferred
• Advanced Skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• experience managing operations budgets, events, and vendor relationships
• Familiarity with legal support tools, facilities management, and document workflows

Benefits

• Salary 100k to 155k
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)