A respected multi-office law firm based in East Sussex is seeking an experienced and highly organised
Practice Manager
to join their leadership team, following the upcoming retirement of the current post-holder.
This is a pivotal role supporting the Managing Partner and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the firm. The Practice Manager will take ownership of key business support functions, including HR, compliance, finance, IT, facilities, marketing, and professional development.
This is a full-time, Hastings-based role, offering the opportunity to help shape firm-wide strategy while ensuring smooth operational delivery in a busy legal environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and staff development across all legal and support teams
Managing office operations and facilities across multiple sites
Handling payroll, pensions, and insurance administration
Ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory and health & safety obligations (including SRA requirements)
Managing supplier contracts and third-party relationships
Leading wellbeing, training, and professional development initiatives
Supporting long-term strategic planning and delivery of key operational projects
Ideal Candidate:
Proven experience in a senior operational or HR leadership role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
Strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance relevant to legal practice
Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
A proactive and adaptable approach to managing a varied workload across multiple functions
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 27,000.00-34,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Herington's practice manager
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