JL Lawyers is a boutique law firm located in Adelaide's East End seeking an experienced and highly capable Legal Practice Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day financial, administrative and operational management of the 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 key point of contact for clients.
Part Time (at least .8 FTE) will also be considered for the right candidate.
Key responsibilities
- 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
About you
- Previous experience working in the operation or management of a legal practice is essential
- A strong working knowledge of Xero
- Experience with bookkeeping, payroll, billing and accounts receivable
- Solid 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
- A practical, proactive approach to getting things done
- Experience with legal practice management, billing or document management software will be highly regarded
About us
JL Lawyers is a boutique law firm located in Adelaide's East End. We offer the chance 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. Our East End location provides an attractive and convenient working environment in one of Adelaide's best CBD precincts.