12 Dec 24

The Legal Practice Manager will be responsible for managing the operational and administrative aspects of the practice. This pivotal role requires a blend of leadership, organisational expertise, and a proactive approach to ensure the firm operates efficiently and complies with legal regulations. This is a maternity cover contract until April 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the practice, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
  • Develop and implement policies, systems, and procedures to enhance performance.
  • Manage office infrastructure, IT systems, and supplier relationships.
  • Assist the leadership team with HR, Marketing, Know How, Office Management and Overseas tasks.

Marketing

  • Support the leadership team in business development and strategic initiatives.
  • Event Management and Planning.
  • Editing marketing pitches.
  • Website and social media management.
  • Legal Directory/Award submissions.

Compliance and Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., SRA rules, GDPR, AML, COLP).
  • Manage professional indemnity insurance and other insurance policies.
  • Act as the point of contact for audits and regulatory reviews.
  • Oversea client onboarding/KYC.

Team Management and HR

  • Supervise administrative and support staff, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Assist with staff appraisals, career development, and well-being initiatives.
  • Recruitment: Scheduling interviews, drafting employment contracts, sourcing references/DBS checks
  • Pension uploads
  • Onboarding new starters

Key Skills and Experience

Essential:

  • Proven experience in practice management or a similar operational role within the legal sector.
  • Strong understanding of legal compliance and operational systems.
  • Excellent organisational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

  • Familiarity with case management and legal software systems.
  • Experience in HR and team management.

To apply please send a CV and cover letter to felicity.wilson@onsidelaw.co.uk

Closing date for applications 10th January 2025.

Felicity Wilson

Practice Manager

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