full time legal practice manager
My client is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to join a busy and well-regarded law firm based in Southport CBD. With an excellent reputation in property, litigation, wills, and estates, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role where you’ll have a direct impact on the firm’s operations and client service.
About the Role:
Working closely with the Director, you will keep a close eye on matters and support the management of the team’s file load. The role involves overseeing risk management, HR, client onboarding/offboarding, and day-to-day operational requirements, while helping to sustain the firm’s positive and professional culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Director to ensure effective oversight of matters and team workloads
- Manage risk and compliance across the practice
- Lead HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and staff management
- Oversee client onboarding and offboarding processes
- Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement
- Maintain and nurture a strong team culture
About You:
- Previous experience in legal practice management or management of a professional services firm (e.g. accounting practice) with transferable skills
- Strong understanding of HR, compliance, and operational management
- Experience with Smokeball CRM preferred (not essential)
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills
- Ability to take feedback and strive for personal development
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and confident in managing competing priorities
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster collaboration
- True problem solver and great eye for detail
- Adaptable
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary
- 3 month probation period
- A diverse and collaborative team
- An excellent workplace culture that values people and performance
- The opportunity to play a pivotal role in a respected and growing firm
- Convenient Southport location
- Convenient parking options
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