Director of Law Office Administration

Technology / Marketing / Accounting / Healthcare

Director of Law Office Administration

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

Must Have the Following:

• Law firm management experience

• Office operations leadership

• Budgeting and financial oversight

• HR and employee relations experience

• Partner and executive stakeholder management

• Change management and process improvement

• Vendor and facilities management

• Strategic planning and execution

• Team leadership in a matrix environment

• Bachelor's degree required

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic and day-to-day operations of a large professional services office.

• Partner with office leadership to drive operational excellence, efficiency, and innovation.

• Collaborate with finance, technology, talent management, and other shared services teams to support

business objectives.

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals.

• Monitor, analyze, and report on operational performance and project outcomes.

• Oversee administrative functions, ensuring high levels of service and operational effectiveness.

• Manage office budgets, expenses, billing support, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial

processes.

• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting activities.

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and oversee office infrastructure needs.

• Partner with real estate leadership on space planning, lease administration, and workplace projects.

• Provide leadership to administrative support teams, records management, operations, and other office services functions.

• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, wellness activities, and community outreach events.

• Ensure business continuity planning and emergency preparedness programs remain current and effective.

• Support local HR functions including recruiting, employee relations, performance management,

compensation administration, onboarding, and professional development.

• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and operational standards.

• Assist with relocation and immigration-related matters when required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Minimum of 8 years of office administration, operations leadership, or human resources management

experience.

• Prior experience within a law firm or legal services environment strongly preferred.

• Deep understanding of legal industry operations, trends, and best practices.

• Proven success partnering with senior leadership to execute business strategies.

• Experience leading teams within a matrixed organizational structure.

• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.

• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing abilities.

Technology / Marketing / Accounting / Healthcare

• High emotional intelligence and ability to navigate sensitive situations.

• Strong change management and process improvement experience.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

• Flexible to travel and support business needs when necessary.