Practice Manager

Social network you want to login/join with: Practice Manager – Law Firm – East Sussex 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr