Legal Office Manager Location: East London Contract Type: Permanent Office Based Salary: £40,000 Our client is a well-established legal practice based in East London, known for delivering London-quality legal services at competitive prices. They're seeking an experienced Legal Office Manager to join their leadership team and drive operational excellence across their growing practice. If you're ready to advance your career managing the business side of a respected legal organisation, this role offers genuine scope and responsibility. Position Overview This is a pivotal role that sits at the heart of the practice's operations. You'll manage the financial health of the organisation, oversee all HR functions, and work closely with the leadership team to develop strategy and drive growth. Your work directly enables the legal team to deliver high-quality services to clients across immigration, housing, family, probate and commercial law. You'll balance operational efficiency with compliance requirements, ensuring the practice runs smoothly whilst maintaining the highest ethical standards. Responsibilities Manage budgeting, financial reporting and billing processes, working with accountants to ensure regulatory compliance and monitor financial performance Oversee recruitment, onboarding and performance management for legal and support staff Implement training and professional development programmes to support team growth Handle day-to-day office operations including facilities management and technology infrastructure Develop and maintain client communication systems, addressing concerns and enhancing service quality Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements and legal industry codes of conduct Contribute to strategic planning, identifying growth opportunities and developing business strategies Evaluate and implement technology solutions to streamline legal processes and improve efficiency Identify and mitigate risks including legal malpractice and cybersecurity threats Oversee administrative staff responsible for scheduling, document management and client intake Support marketing and business development efforts to attract new clients Requirements Proven experience working in a legal environment, ideally as a practice manager or in a similar operations role Strong financial management skills including budgeting, payroll and financial reporting Experience managing HR functions including recruitment and staff development Knowledge of SRA regulations, AML compliance and legal industry standards Excellent leadership and team management abilities Strong commercial awareness and business acumen Proficiency with legal practice management software and IT systems Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, finance or related field (or equivalent professional experience) How to Apply If you're looking to advance your career and have the skills and experience to succeed in this Legal Office Manager role, please send your CV to (url removed) and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to us