Job Description
A Firm Administrator is a management-level role responsible for overseeing the smooth day-to-day operations of a firm, including administration, personnel, finances, facilities, and marketing. They act as a key liaison between staff and senior leadership, implementing policies, and ensuring compliance. This role also involves financial management, including budgeting, financial reporting, and managing cash flow.
Firm Administrator
MAIN RESPOSNIBILITIES :
- Managing the day-to-day operations of a law firm, overseeing non-attorney staff like legal assistants and paralegals, handling financial management including billing and budgeting, managing human resources, and ensuring smooth office operations by coordinating technology, facilities, and administrative tasks, all while working closely with attorneys to optimize efficiency and profitability.
Financial Management :
Overseeing the billing and invoicing process, including client fee collectionManaging firm budget and expensesPreparing financial reports and analyzing financial dataOperations Management :
Maintaining office facilities and technology infrastructureManaging office supplies and vendor relationshipsImplementing and maintaining case management systemsHuman Resources :
Ensuring compliance with employment lawsManaging employee benefits and payrollStaff Management :
Hiring, training, and supervising non-attorney staff including legal assistants, paralegals, and administrative personnel.Performance evaluations and employee developmentAddressing staff concerns and disciplinary actionsQualifications
A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or a related field is required.At least five years of experience in a senior management positionAbility to work out of 4 officesPrior experience working at a law firm in a similar role is a plusStrong organizational and time management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency in legal software and technologyFinancial acumen and budgeting expertiseAbility to handle confidential informationWhy is This a Great Opportunity
Our client is a law firm specializing in Elder Law and Trust & Estate Planning. With four (4) offices on Long Island, they are expanding and seek a firm administrator to work out of their Smithtown, NY Office. The position is full-time in the office. (3 days in Smithtown and 2 days at their other locations).
Salary is between 120K – 130K plus solid benefits
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