Operations & HR Manager – Personal Injury Practice
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000
Location: Surrey (Office-based)
A growing personal injury practice is looking for an experienced Operations & HR Manager to work closely with the Owner and CLO during an exciting period of modernisation and development. This role is perfect for someone with either 2+ years’ experience as an accountant or an experienced bookkeeper, or 2+ years working in HR within a professional services environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Work closely with the Owner and CLO to support day-to-day operations and staff management
• Collaborate with the Owner and Accounts Assistant on all financial matters
Accounts
• Manage P&L recording, credit control, bank reconciliation and client account matters
• Ensure compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and liaise with external accountants
• Track ongoing costs and support financial planning during the firm’s growth
• Manage staff expenses, payroll, PAYE and pensions
HR
• Lead recruitment: adverts, screening, interviewing and supporting hiring decisions
• Manage onboarding for all new starters
• Handle staff reviews and one-to-ones
• Formalise training and HR processes across the business
• Support communication of targets and performance expectations
• Organise quarterly socials and Christmas events
• Manage holidays, overtime and pay-related requests
*Please note this is an office based role*
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping a thriving personal injury practice.
For more information or a confidential chat, contact: rio@douglas-scott.co.uk