Are you an experienced Office or Practice Manager ready to take the next step in your leadership career?

We’re partnering with a respected Brisbane law firm to find a dynamic General Manager / Practice Manager — someone who thrives on creating structure, building culture, and driving operational excellence.

This is a pivotal role within the firm, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring the smooth running of a high-performing legal practice. You’ll work closely with the Directors to lead people, improve processes, and deliver outstanding client service.

Key Responsibilities

As General Manager / Practice Manager, you will be at the heart of the firm, ensuring smooth operations and providing leadership across administration, HR, finance, IT, and facilities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing daily office operations and processes to ensure efficiency.
• Leading and mentoring administrative and support staff.
• Coordinating recruitment, onboarding, and HR processes.
• Managing budgets, supplier contracts, and invoicing.
• Ensuring compliance with professional and legal standards.
• Liaising with IT providers, building management, and external vendors.
• Supporting Directors with reporting, project coordination, and strategic initiatives.
• Driving firm-wide initiatives, events, and special projects.
• Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and vendors.
• Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with integrity.

About You

You’re a natural leader who combines professionalism with approachability. You know how to get things done, keep people motivated, and stay one step ahead. You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in an Office Manager, Practice Manager, or similar leadership role (legal industry experience highly regarded but not essential).
• Strong organisational and leadership skills with a hands-on approach.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and cloud-based systems (experience with legal practice management software such as Practice Evolve is a bonus).
• The ability to juggle competing priorities while maintaining confidentiality.
• A passion for efficiency, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and potential for onsite parking.
• Performance bonus scheme open to all staff.
• Structured learning, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• A progressive, inclusive firm committed to equality, diversity, and work-life balance.
• Prime Brisbane CBD location, close to Queen Street Mall.

If you’re ready to bring your leadership, organisation, and operational expertise to a respected legal practice — we’d love to hear from you.

Casey Hillan

📧 [email protected]

📞 0489 084 879

HarperLloyd Recruitment is a dedicated legal recruitment firm specializing in private practice (from boutique to top-tier/international), government, and in-house placements.

With a background as a legal assistant, I have a deep understanding of the profession and a genuine passion for helping support staff take the next step in their careers.

If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we can assist you in finding the perfect opportunity!