Connected People are proud to be partnering with a well-established and growing law firm as they enter an exciting new phase of growth.
Following a series of strategic internal projects and a move into a newly fitted-out office, the firm is now seeking an experienced Practice Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting their people, projects and operations as they scale into **** and beyond.
The role reports directly to the Partners; you will take ownership of the firm's day-to-day operations, people leadership, financial processes and compliance, enabling the legal team to focus on delivering excellent client outcomes.
You will be highly visible, trusted and empowered – ensuring deadlines are met, workflows are followed, issues are resolved quickly, and the team feels supported, informed and aligned.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations & Continuous Improvement
Ensure the practice runs efficiently with minimal disruption
Maintain and improve workflows, LEAP usage and internal procedures
Monitor matter progress, deadlines and task management
Identify inefficiencies and implement practical improvements
Act as the go-to person for systems, processes and day-to-day problem solving
Financial & Reporting Oversight
Oversee billing, WIP, aged debtors and monthly reporting
Manage accounts receivable, payable and payroll
Daily trust account reconciliation and compliance
Prepare P&L, BAS, budgeting and forecasting reports for Partners
Ensure billing accuracy and timely invoicing
People Leadership
Lead, support and develop the team to perform at their best
Manage recruitment coordination, onboarding and HR administration
Supervise trainees and virtual assistants
Hold regular one-on-one meetings and address issues proactively
Facilitate weekly team and leadership meetings
Compliance & Risk
Ensure compliance with NSW legal, trust accounting, WHS and privacy requirements
Maintain up-to-date procedures and policies
Identify and resolve compliance issues promptly
Client Experience & Business Support
Maintain high client service standards across all matters
Oversee consistent communication and service delivery
Support branding, marketing and business development initiatives
Build strong relationships with clients, courts and external stakeholders
You'll be a strong fit if you are:
An experienced Practice Manager or senior legal operations professional
Highly people-focused, with confident leadership and communication skills
Naturally organised, proactive and solutions-driven
Comfortable overseeing financials, trust accounting and reporting
Tech-savvy, with strong LEAP and systems capability
Calm under pressure, with excellent judgment and initiative
Looking for a role where you can genuinely influence how a firm runs and grows
Why Join?
Key leadership role with genuine autonomy and influence
Newly fitted-out, modern office environment
Stable, close-knit team with a strong culture
Long-term opportunity supporting firm growth and scale
Be the operational anchor of a firm investing in its future
If you're looking for a role where you can truly make an impact – we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your resume.
For a confidential discussion, contact Elyse Connor at Connected People on ************.
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