- Flexible, part-time role with genuine work-life balance
- Varied role spanning finance, facilities & Board support
- $100K-$120K pro rata in a prestigious CBD chambers

Office Manager

Location: Melbourne CBD | Part time, Flexible | $100,000 - $120,000 AUD (pro rata)

Our client, a prestigious Barristers Chambers located in Melbourne's CBD, is seeking an experienced Office Manager to join their team on a part-time, flexible basis. This is a broad and varied role that blends facilities management, member services, board support, and finance, all within a professional legal environment that demands discretion, accuracy, and a high standard of presentation at all times.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice or office manager to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a well-regarded Chambers, working closely with members, the Board, and front-of-house staff.

Key responsibilities include

Member & Onboarding Management

- End-to-end coordination of the new member process, including membership agreements, fee collection, and structured inductions
- Maintaining accurate member records and databases
- Managing membership renewals, fee schedules, and agreement variations
- Acting as first point of contact for member queries
- Offboarding departing members, including final reconciliations

Facilities & Office Operations

- Overseeing the day-to-day running of the Chambers, including communal, meeting, and shared workspace areas
- Managing room bookings, meeting space setups, and AV requirements
- Coordinating with external contractors, building management, and service providers for maintenance, cleaning, security, and fit-out or repair works




- Managing office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships
- Ensuring the physical environment consistently reflects the standard of the Chambers

Events Coordination

- Planning and coordinating Chambers events, including member functions, professional development sessions, and Board-related events
- Managing invitations, RSVPs, and event logistics end-to-end

Board & Director Support

- Taking and distributing accurate minutes at Board meetings
- Providing ad hoc administrative support to Directors, including diary management and document preparation
- Assisting with the preparation of Board papers and reports
- Supporting governance and compliance requirements

Finance & Accounting Support

- Collecting and receipting membership fees and other Chambers income
- Assisting with accounts payable and receivable functions
- Liaising with the external accountant or bookkeeper
- Monthly reconciliations, expense tracking, and budget reporting support
- Issuing invoices and following up on outstanding payments

People Management

- Direct line management of the Receptionist, including day-to-day oversight and scheduling
- Supporting a positive, professional front-of-house culture

Background & Experience The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in an Office Manager or Practice Manager role,



ideally gained within a professional services, legal, or membership-based environment. Strong accounting and bookkeeping skills are essential, along with hands‑on experience in facilities management.
You'll be comfortable operating at both an operational and senior stakeholder level, with the confidence to support a Board and the warmth to build genuine relationships across a diverse membership. Exposure to finance and accounts functions, facilities oversight, and people leadership will be highly regarded, as will a natural ability to manage competing priorities with discretion, composure, and strong attention to detail.

Experience, Technical Requirements & Qualifications

- Office management and bookkeeping/accounting experience
- Experience in a legal office environment (desirable)
- Extensive use of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Mac Mail, printer drivers, Teams, OneDrive, Dropbox, and online banking
- Comfortable learning current software applications (e.g., for coordination with Company accountants)
- Must be willing and able to undergo VicPol and AFP police checks

Skills & Attributes

- Strong bookkeeping and financial administration experience (essential)
- Experience liaising with external accountants/auditors
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities
- Experience supporting governance or committee structures (desirable)
- Proven people leadership capability
- Professional, proactive, and service-oriented approach

Compensation $100,000 - $120,000 AUD (pro rata for part-time hours)

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📌 Office Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Miller Leith
📍 Melbourne