Director of Law Office Administration

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Director of Law Office Administration
Location: Los Angeles, CA (4 days a week in the office / 1 remote day a week)
Salary: $215,000 – $250,000

Must Have the Following:

• Law firm management experience
• Office operations leadership
• Budgeting and financial oversight
• HR and employee relations experience
• Partner and executive stakeholder management
• Change management and process improvement
• Vendor and facilities management
• Strategic planning and execution
• Team leadership in a matrix environment
• Bachelor's degree required

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic and day-to-day operations of a large professional services office.
• Partner with office leadership to drive operational excellence, efficiency, and innovation.
• Collaborate with finance, technology, talent management, and other shared services teams to support business objectives.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on operational performance and project outcomes.
• Oversee administrative functions, ensuring high levels of service and operational effectiveness.
• Manage office budgets, expenses, billing support, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial processes.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and oversee office infrastructure needs.
• Partner with real estate leadership on space planning, lease administration, and workplace projects.
• Provide leadership to administrative support teams, records management, operations, and other office services functions.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, wellness activities, and community outreach events.
• Ensure business continuity planning and emergency preparedness programs remain current and effective.
• Support local HR functions including recruiting, employee relations, performance management, compensation administration, onboarding, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and operational standards.
• Assist with relocation and immigration-related matters when required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 8 years of office administration, operations leadership, or human resources management experience.
• Prior experience within a law firm or legal services environment strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of legal industry operations, trends, and best practices.
• Proven success partnering with senior leadership to execute business strategies.
• Experience leading teams within a matrixed organizational structure.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing abilities.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to navigate sensitive situations.
• Strong change management and process improvement experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Flexible to travel and support business needs when necessary.

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