This is an opportunity to step into a broad, business-critical leadership role at a well-established law firm known for its integrity, client care, and collaborative culture.

The firm has national reach, but its roots are proudly local — built on long-term relationships, family values, and a genuine commitment to people, not just process. With a strong reputation in family law and growing practices across related areas, the firm combines professional excellence with a supportive, down-to-earth working style.

Now, they’re looking for a Practice Manager to work closely with the Directors and legal team in Melbourne to help streamline operations, manage the firm’s financials, and ensure ongoing compliance with trust, regulatory, and professional obligations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, has strong business acumen, and wants to have a hands-on impact across the entire firm.

What’s on offer:

• Join a values-led, family-style firm with a reputation for quality and care
• A key leadership position with oversight of finance, systems, and compliance
• Direct access to Directors and influence over operational strategy
• Supportive and stable culture with low staff turnover
• Full autonomy to review and improve processes, systems, and reporting

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial management, including billing, P&L, budgets, payroll, and reporting
• Ensure trust account compliance and alignment with professional and regulatory standards
• Manage and enhance practice management systems and IT infrastructure
• Support Directors in strategic planning, HR, and performance tracking
• Coordinate vendors, contracts, and external advisers
• Maintain efficient day-to-day operations across legal and admin functions

What you bring:

• 3–8+ years’ experience in legal practice management or professional services operations
• Strong grounding in finance and/or accounting – formal qualifications a bonus
• Excellent systems knowledge (practice management software, trust accounting systems, reporting tools)
• A proactive, hands-on approach – able to see the big picture and get into the detail
• Confidence working directly with firm leaders and influencing positive change

This role is ideal for a commercially minded operator who thrives in a trusted, stable environment where your ideas and initiative will be valued.

If you're ready to step into a broad leadership role in a respected, people-first firm — let’s talk.