Legal Practice Manager
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £60,000 - £100,000 per annum
Job Description:
Legal Practice Manager
Location: North London Salary: £60,000 -£75,000 + Bonus/Benefits Type: Full-time
OTE £100,000 +
The Role
Are you the person who keeps everything running behind the scenes? We are looking for an experienced Legal Practice Manager to take the operational reins of our firm.
This is a pivotal role where you will bridge the gap between legal practice and business efficiency. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the office, ensuring our solicitors have the tools, environment, and compliance frameworks they need to provide world-class service.
Key Responsibilities
*Financial Management: Oversee client and office accounts, manage invoicing, and liaise with external accountants. Experience with SRA Accounts Rules is essential.
*Compliance & COLP/COFA Support: Assist the Partners in maintaining Lexcel or CQS standards and ensuring the firm remains fully compliant with SRA regulations.
*HR & Recruitment: Manage staff contracts, onboarding, performance reviews, and holiday/sickness tracking.
*IT & Infrastructure: Act as the primary contact for IT support, manage our Case Management System (CMS), and oversee office facilities.
*Operations: Streamline internal processes to improve efficiency and reduce overheads.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a "safe pair of hands" with a proactive mindset. You don’t need to be a solicitor, but you must understand how a law firm breathes.
*Experience: Previous experience as a Practice Manager or Senior Administrator within a UK law firm is highly preferred.
*Financial Literacy: Comfortable with legal bookkeeping, VAT returns, and financial reporting.
*Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft 365 and experienced in using Case Management Systems (e.g., Clio, LEAP, or Proclaim).
*Communication: A firm but fair approach to management with the ability to handle sensitive HR matters with total discretion.
*Regulatory Knowledge: A solid grasp of GDPR, AML, and SRA compliance.
Benefits
*Impact: A high-level role where your improvements directly affect the firm’s success.
*Rewards: High Earning Potential and Growth for someone who wants to lead in a fast growing firm
Location: North London Salary: £60,000 -£75,000 + Bonus/Benefits Type: Full-time
OTE £100,000 +
The Role
Are you the person who keeps everything running behind the scenes? We are looking for an experienced Legal Practice Manager to take the operational reins of our firm.
This is a pivotal role where you will bridge the gap between legal practice and business efficiency. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the office, ensuring our solicitors have the tools, environment, and compliance frameworks they need to provide world-class service.
Key Responsibilities
*Financial Management: Oversee client and office accounts, manage invoicing, and liaise with external accountants. Experience with SRA Accounts Rules is essential.
*Compliance & COLP/COFA Support: Assist the Partners in maintaining Lexcel or CQS standards and ensuring the firm remains fully compliant with SRA regulations.
*HR & Recruitment: Manage staff contracts, onboarding, performance reviews, and holiday/sickness tracking.
*IT & Infrastructure: Act as the primary contact for IT support, manage our Case Management System (CMS), and oversee office facilities.
*Operations: Streamline internal processes to improve efficiency and reduce overheads.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a "safe pair of hands" with a proactive mindset. You don’t need to be a solicitor, but you must understand how a law firm breathes.
*Experience: Previous experience as a Practice Manager or Senior Administrator within a UK law firm is highly preferred.
*Financial Literacy: Comfortable with legal bookkeeping, VAT returns, and financial reporting.
*Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft 365 and experienced in using Case Management Systems (e.g., Clio, LEAP, or Proclaim).
*Communication: A firm but fair approach to management with the ability to handle sensitive HR matters with total discretion.
*Regulatory Knowledge: A solid grasp of GDPR, AML, and SRA compliance.
Benefits
*Impact: A high-level role where your improvements directly affect the firm’s success.
*Rewards: High Earning Potential and Growth for someone who wants to lead in a fast growing firm
Job number 3476964
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