Legal Office Manager

Description

Legal Office Manager

Location: East London

Contract Type: Permanent

Office Based

Salary: £40,000

Our client is a well-established legal practice based in East London, known for delivering London-quality legal services at competitive prices. They're seeking an experienced Legal Office Manager to join their leadership team and drive operational excellence across their growing practice.

If you're ready to advance your career managing the business side of a respected legal organisation, this role offers genuine scope and responsibility.

Position Overview

This is a pivotal role that sits at the heart of the practice's operations. You'll manage the financial health of the organisation, oversee all HR functions, and work closely with the leadership team to develop strategy and drive growth. Your work directly enables the legal team to deliver high-quality services to clients across immigration, housing, family, probate and commercial law. You'll balance operational efficiency with compliance requirements, ensuring the practice runs smoothly whilst maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Responsibilities

Manage budgeting, financial reporting and billing processes, working with accountants to ensure regulatory compliance and monitor financial performance

Oversee recruitment, onboarding and performance management for legal and support staff

Implement training and professional development programmes to support team growth

Handle day-to-day office operations including facilities management and technology infrastructure

Develop and maintain client communication systems, addressing concerns and enhancing service quality

Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements and legal industry codes of conduct

Contribute to strategic planning, identifying growth opportunities and developing business strategies

Evaluate and implement technology solutions to streamline legal processes and improve efficiency

Identify and mitigate risks including legal malpractice and cybersecurity threats

Oversee administrative staff responsible for scheduling, document management and client intake

Support marketing and business development efforts to attract new clients Requirements

Proven experience working in a legal environment, ideally as a practice manager or in a similar operations role

Strong financial management skills including budgeting, payroll and financial reporting

Experience managing HR functions xjnqpsq including recruitment and staff development

Knowledge of SRA regulations, AML compliance and legal industry standards

Excellent leadership and team management abilities

Strong commercial awareness and business acumen

Proficiency with legal practice management software and IT systems

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, finance or related field (or equivalent professional experience) How to Apply

If you're looking to advance your career and have the skills and experience to succeed in this Legal Office Manager role, please send your CV to (url removed) and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to us

Ad ID: 5417693238