Operating Officer Chief

Job Overview

We are in search of a seasoned Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our esteemed team and report directly to the owner. In this strategic role, you will spearhead the execution of our quarterly business plans, overseeing the daily operations of the firm to fulfill our ambitions for growth, revenue, and profitability. Your leadership will encompass a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including administration, personnel management, financial oversight, facilities management, and business systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Business Strategies: Implement the firm's strategic plans to attain quarterly revenue and profitability targets by efficiently managing all facets of the organization.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze data and metrics to assess overall performance and make informed decisions.
• Team Oversight: Direct non-lawyer support staff and vendors, overseeing the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and performance assessment processes.
• Policy Management: Ensure all firm policies and procedures are meticulously documented, organized, implemented, and regularly audited.
• Financial Guidance: Collaborate closely with the bookkeeping team to review monthly financial documents and oversee ongoing tax planning with CPAs.
• Team Development: Utilize best practices for managing various team structures, including in-person, remote, hybrid, and contract staff.
• Operational Security: Guarantee a fully functional and secure digital environment for the entire team.
• Risk Management: Conduct ongoing assessments to minimize potential risks.
• Project Leadership: Successfully design and manage projects by leveraging process owners and strategic tasks within set deadlines.
• Foster Positive Culture: Employ effective leadership strategies to cultivate a positive workplace atmosphere that retains talent and attracts top candidates.
  
  

Required Skills

• Proven success in managing a team of no fewer than 30 individuals, with the authority to hire and terminate.
• Strong judgment and decision-making capabilities within a senior management context.
• Expertise in crafting, monitoring, and reconciling budgets of $9 million or more.
• Proficiency in leveraging key financial reports to drive business outcomes.
• Effective project management skills across diverse initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of leadership best practices and workflow systems.
  
  

Qualifications

• A degree in management, business administration, human resources, or a related discipline.
• Prior experience overseeing a professional services firm or a division of a mid-sized or large professional services entity, with an annual budget of at least $9 million (experience in a law firm is beneficial but not mandatory).
• SHRM or HRCI certifications are advantageous.
• Familiarity with ScalingUp methodologies is a plus.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

As COO, you will have the chance to participate in a national program tailored for executives in the legal sector, enhancing your operational skills and professional development.

Company Culture And Values

We are a rapidly growing, well-respected woman-owned law firm committed to serving clients in Florida since 2000. Our mission is to protect our clients’ rights and assist them through life-altering challenges. The intricacy and importance of the legal matters we address necessitate the recruitment, development, and retention of a talented team.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and performance.
• Generous quarterly bonuses that recognize and reward your achievements.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with employer matching, profit-sharing, quality medical, vision, and dental insurance, and health savings accounts.
  
  

Join us in this leadership capacity where your impact will be profound, and you will collaborate with experienced C-Suite executives to drive our shared goals.

Employment Type: Full-Time