Practice Manager

Job Title: Practice Manager
Location: 4 days in Morden, 1 day in East Ham
Salary: £40,000+
Job Reference: 37213

Our Client: A reputable and expanding law firm with a strong presence in South and East London.

Job Description:
Our client is seeking a confident and experienced Practice Manager to join their growing firm. This is a hybrid operational and strategic role, ideal for someone with a solid background in law firm administration and compliance. The successful candidate will split their time between two office locations — four days in Morden and one day in East Ham — and will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the firm’s offices and ensure efficient administrative operations.
  
  
• Manage HR functions including staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance reviews.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, Lexcel standards, AML policies, and GDPR.
  
  
• Liaise with accountants and manage office finances, budgets, and cost control measures.
  
  
• Maintain and update office policies and procedures.
  
  
• Provide leadership and support to fee earners and support staff.
  
  
• Coordinate IT systems and liaise with third-party providers as needed.
  
  
• Support partners with strategic planning and business development initiatives.
  
  
• Assist in managing insurance renewals, premises, and office supplies.
  
  

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Practice Manager within a legal environment.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of SRA compliance, financial management, and HR processes.
  
  
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities across two office locations.
  
  
• Proficient in legal software systems (e.g. LEAP, Xero, or similar).
  
  
• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
  
  

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Person: Haneen Shuweikh
Contact Email: Haneen.shuweikh@law-staff.co.uk
Contact Phone: 01954 208084

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