Practice Manager
Greater London – £50,000 - £65,000
Practice Manager – Law Firm | Wanstead | £50,000 - £65,000
An established law firm is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to oversee day-to-day operations in their Wanstead office. This key leadership role requires strong expertise in legal practice management, particularly in finance, compliance, HR, and operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage office operations, ensuring efficiency and SRA compliance
- Oversee budgeting, billing, debt collection, and financial reporting
- Lead HR functions – recruitment, onboarding, reviews, and staff development
- Maintain compliance with AML, GDPR, and risk protocols
- Supervise legal systems (LEAP, Xero, Microsoft 365) and IT infrastructure
- Develop and implement firm-wide policies and procedures
- Support fee earners with workflow and operational efficiency
- Oversee office facilities, supplier contracts, and procurement
- Handle client queries professionally to maintain strong relationships
- Report on financial and operational performance to leadership
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Practice or Operations Manager in a law firm (essential)
- Strong financial acumen and understanding of legal billing
- In-depth knowledge of SRA, AML, GDPR compliance
- Proficiency with LEAP, Xero, and Microsoft 365
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work across two London offices (four days at the nearest, one day at the other)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance (post-probation)
- On-site parking (when available)
Apply now within or send your CV to: rio@douglas-scott.co.uk
Rio Reddy, Head of Legal Support at Douglas Scott for over 3 years, enjoys traveling with her boyfriend and going on girls' trips outside of work. If she weren’t in recruitment, she would likely pursue a career with animals. Her career in Legal Recruitment was partly inspired by watching Suits. Rio brings a passion for people and recruitment, ensuring that both candidates and clients have a seamless and rewarding experience.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Legal Support
- Type: Business Support
- Salary: £50,000 - £65,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Greater London
- Reference: 1234603
