The Firm

Our client is a respected Queensland law firm known for delivering high-quality legal services and fostering a supportive, team-oriented culture. As the firm continues to grow, they are seeking an experienced Practice Manager to lead day-to-day operations from their Brisbane office, with oversight across other QLD office locations.

This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys variety and autonomy, with responsibility for operational leadership across finance, HR, compliance, systems, and business support.

About the Role

Working closely with the Directors, you’ll take ownership of the firm’s business operations and contribute to firm-wide performance. Key responsibilities include:

Managing financial administration including trust accounting, invoicing, payroll, and supplier payments

Overseeing HR processes including recruitment support, onboarding, leave tracking, and staff records

Supporting legal and professional compliance (practising certificates, trust audits, insurance renewals)

Managing IT systems, supplier relationships, and office operations across multiple locations

Coordinating marketing and business development activity (website, social media, events)

Monitoring business performance and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency

Acting as a key point of contact for operational matters across the firm

About You

You will ideally bring:

10+ years’ experience in legal practice management or senior office management in a professional services environment

Strong understanding of law firm operations and compliance requirements (trust accounting experience highly regarded)

Experience with practice management systems such as LEAP, FilePro or similar

Solid financial administration skills

Strong organisational and communication skills

A proactive, practical mindset with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Confidence using Microsoft Office and business systems

What’s on Offer

A key leadership role with scope to influence firm-wide operations

The opportunity to support a busy Brisbane office while managing activity across other locations

A supportive, long-standing team with a genuine commitment to quality and service

Competitive salary package tailored to experience

If you’re an experienced Practice Manager looking for a senior operational role in a growing and respected Queensland law firm, we’d love to hear from you.

For further information on this role or a confidential discussion about your next career move, please call Katie Francis on (07) 3041 4029 or email to [email protected]

FrancisJames Executive Recruitment is the legal recruitment specialist - we recruit lawyers across all levels from junior lawyer up to Partner level and General Counsel in Brisbane, interstate and internationally.

At FrancisJames Executive Recruitment our purpose is to truly partner with you to achieve the right long-term fit. You can rely on us to provide a confidential, specialised and personable service.