JL Lawyers is a boutique law firm located in Adelaide’s East End. We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Legal Practice Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day financial, administrative and operational management of our practice.
This is a hands-on and varied position suited to someone who understands how a small legal practice operates and enjoys being at the centre of the business. You will work closely with the firm’s principals and lawyers and will be an significant point of contact for our clients.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include
- Day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration;
- Cash flow management and monitoring;
- Payroll and associated employee administration;
- Accounts payable and receivable;
- Preparation and management of client billing;
- Monitoring outstanding accounts and debt collection;
- Client liaison and general relationship management;
- Telephone, reception and front-of-house duties;
- Management of general office administration and suppliers;
- Assisting the principals with the efficient operation of the practice; and
- Identifying and implementing improvements to the firm's administrative and financial processes.
As a small practice, the role is broad. We are looking for someone who is comfortable taking ownership of the firm's administration while also being willing to deal with the everyday tasks that arise in a busy professional office.
About You
Previous experience working in the operation or management of a legal practice is essential.
You will also need
- A strong working knowledge of Xero;
- Experience with bookkeeping, payroll, billing and accounts receivable;
- Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail;
- Confidence dealing directly with clients;
- A professional and personable telephone and reception manner;
- The ability to manage competing priorities without requiring close supervision;
- Sound judgment, discretion and an understanding of confidentiality in a legal environment; and
- A practical, proactive approach to getting things done.
Experience with legal practice management, billing or document management software will be highly regarded. Why JL Lawyers?
JL Lawyers offers the opportunity to work in a small, professional and collegiate firm where your contribution will be visible and valued.
Rather than being one part of a large administrative team, you will have genuine responsibility for the smooth operation of the practice and will work directly with the firm's principals.
The position may be full time or tailored, to be determined together with the right candidate.
Our East End location provides an attractive and convenient working environment in one of Adelaide's best CBD precincts.
If you are an experienced legal practice administrator or practice manager looking for a varied role with genuine responsibility, we would like to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant legal practice and Xero experience.
Pay: $54,781.02 – $131,694.36 per year
Work Location: In person
📌 Legal Practice Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 JL Lawyers
📍 Adelaide
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