We are seeking an experiencedChief Operating Officer to join the firm’s senior leadership team and play akey role in shaping and delivering the firm’s strategic and operationalpriorities.

Working closely with theManaging Partner, Board and Partners, this role offers an opportunity toprovide strategic and operational leadership across the firm’s businessservices functions, including Finance, People & Culture, BusinessDevelopment & Marketing, Digital, Legal & Risk and StrategicOperations. The COO will work collaboratively with leaders across the firm totranslate strategy into action, strengthen organisational capability and ensurethe firm has the resources, systems and operational disciplines required to supportsustainable growth, exceptional client service and long-term profitability.

The role encompasses a broadrange of strategic, commercial and operational responsibilities, includingfinancial and business performance, people and organisational capability,technology and digital enablement, risk and governance, business developmentand marketing, major projects and transformation. It offers significantbreadth and influence, with the opportunity to drive continuous improvement,strengthen organisational effectiveness and support the continued evolution ofthe firm.

The ideal candidate willbring significant senior leadership experience within a professional servicesenvironment, together with strong commercial and financial acumen, strategicthinking and demonstrated experience leading change and transformation. Youwill be a collaborative and consultative leader who builds trustedrelationships,



exercises sound judgement and can influence effectively atPartner, Board and senior leadership level. Equally significant will beyour ability to translate strategic priorities into practical outcomes andbring clarity, accountability and momentum to their delivery.

If you are looking for anopportunity to make a significant contribution to the future of an establishedprofessional services firm, This is an influential leadership role offering the opportunity to work closelywith the Managing Partner, Board and Partnership, lead a highly capablebusiness services team and help shape the firm’s continued growth anddevelopment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

- Strategic Leadership
- Support the Managing Partner in the development and implementation of the Firm's strategic plan.
- Translate strategic priorities into operational plans, projects and measurableoutcomes.
- Lead the implementation and delivery of Firm-wide strategic initiatives andtransformation programs.
- Provide strategic advice and recommendations to the Managing Partner andBoard regarding the operational performance and future direction of the Firm.
- Drive continuous improvement, innovation and organisational effectiveness across the Firm.




- Financial and Commercial Management
- Lead the Firm's budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
- Monitor and report on financial performance.
- Support the Partners in achieving the Firm's financial and profitability objectives.
- Oversee management of cash flow, working capital and financial resources.
- Ensure appropriate financial controls, reporting frameworks andperformance measures are maintained.
- Oversee procurement, supplier management and significant commercialarrangements.
- Support evaluation of business cases, investments and growth opportunities.

- People and Capability

- Lead and promote a high-performance, values-based and inclusive culture.
- Oversee the development and implementation of the Firm's people strategy.
- Ensure effective recruitment, retention, development and successionplanning practices.
- Promote leadership capability and workforce planning across the Firm.
- Ensure appropriate remuneration, performance management and employeeengagement frameworks are maintained.
- Promote an equitable and inclusive work environment that encourages,facilitates and rewards performance and supports the Firm's people.

- Clients and Markets

- Support the Managing Partner in delivering the Firm's client and growthstrategies.
- Oversee the Firm's business development and marketing functions to ensurealignment with strategic priorities.
- Support the development and implementation of sector, client and marketgrowth initiatives.
- Promote client experience and service improvement in

📌 Chief Operating Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Russell Kennedy Lawyers
📍 Melbourne