What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Of Operations (Coo) position at Beacon Legacy Law?
LAW FIRM SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
We are looking for a Director of Operations (Legal COO) to work directly with the Law Firm Principal / Owner to oversee everything in the law firm, except the practice of law. This includes not only strategic planning, project management, and critical administrative and financial oversight but also a key leadership role in shaping and sustaining firm culture.
We need a COO who is a PRO at workflow and project management, who deeply understands employee engagement, who is metrics-driven and KPI-obsessed, and who will be invested in making important contributions to the success of the Firm.
About the position :
We’re an established law firm with a main office in Palm City, FL. We need a full-blown bona fide professional Director of Operations who has experience running an office and building a successful business.
We are NOT looking for an Office Manager or an Administrative Assistant. Do NOT apply if your only prior experience is as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or Office Manager.
Our Firm represents clients in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration, Guardianship, Business Succession Planning, and Wealth Preservation. We have been very successful, and we have grown rapidly without the guidance of a professional administrator. We are proud of the firm we’ve built; we’ve done a lot of good, and we’ve gotten a lot of stuff right! But there is a lot of room for improvement and expertise.
The right person for this position is someone we can develop trust in and who will trust in us. The right person for this position will be able to “manage up” to help us help you get your job done.
This is an executive-level position with an executive compensation plan that includes a salary and incentives driven by performance towards KPIs.
All applicants will go through a multi-phase interview process, starting with an initial conversation, a written interview, and at least one panel interview.
Ready to apply?
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references.
We look forward to meeting with you!
Compensation :
90,000 - $130,000 annual compensation
Responsibilities :
- The position encompasses a wide range of activities with involvement in all phases of administration, personnel, finances, facilities, and business systems.
- We need someone with the experience and maturity to work closely with the Owner and key staff on strategy, policy, problem-solving, and decision-making.
- This position will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the day-to-day operations of the Firm and for directing the implementation of Firm policies.
- The position takes ownership of firm profitability.
Qualifications :
We are building a firm where systems run the business, and people run the systems. This position is responsible for improving both our people and our systems.
You must be able to show evidence of your prior success with :
We care about skills and experience. We care just as much about your behaviors, habits, and attitudes…the right person for this role must :
Ideal applicants will have the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities recommended by the Association of Legal Administrators. Prior legal experience is preferred though not necessarily required.
Knowledge of our areas of practice will be helpful . In all cases, you need to commit to getting yourself up to speed quickly because you will be expected to make sure cases and clients are getting the attention they need and that the staff is following the rules.
About Company
About Us
At Beacon Legacy Law, we are passionate about helping clients safeguard their legacy through estate planning and probate / trust administration services. We focus on building long-term relationships and strive for excellence in everything we do. Our team works hard, gets the job done, and enjoys a rewarding life outside of the office.
Salary : $90,000 - $130,000
