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Practice Manager – Law Firm | Surrey | £50,000 - £65,000
An established law firm is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to oversee day-to-day operations in their Surrey 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)
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