Director of Firm Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Position Overview
The Director of Firm Operations will manage all administrative, financial, operational, and business development functions of the firm. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with strong business acumen, proven leadership ability, and a track record of helping law firms or professional service organizations grow.

About The Nemecek Firm
The Nemecek Firm Ltd. is a growing law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services while building a modern, scalable operational infrastructure. As we expand, we are seeking a highly skilled Director of Firm Operations to oversee all business operations, drive strategic growth, and support the firms long-term vision.

About the Role

Job Summary
This is a senior leadership role with broad authority over financial management, personnel oversight, marketing, and office operations. This is a full-time, onsite position reporting directly to the Managing Partner.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
Oversee billing, collections, and cost control initiatives
Track KPIs and operational performance metrics
Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts

Personnel & HR Leadership
Direct recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations
Manage conflict resolution and employee relations
Oversee training, professional development, and workload balancing
Strengthen firm culture and team cohesion

Business Development & Marketing
Support client acquisition and retention strategies
Oversee branding, marketing campaigns, and referral network development
Collaborate with partners on growth initiatives

Operations & Office Management
Identify highpotential geographic markets through research on demographics, demand, and competition.
Recommend and support new office openings, including planning, logistics, and launch coordination.
Build scalable, standardized workflows and operational systems across all offices.
Implement technology and compliance practices that support efficient, location growth.

Strategic Growth & Process Improvement
Conduct operational assessments and identify improvement opportunities
Build scalable systems to support expansion
Lead special projects related to modernization and growth

About the Candidate

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field + at least 8 years of relevant management experience, OR Masters degree in Business Administration or related field + at least 5 years of relevant management experience
Experience managing a law firm, professional services firm, or multi office organization
Strong financial literacy, including P&L oversight and budgeting
Demonstrated ability to build systems, processes, and infrastructure for growth

Preferred Qualifications
Documented history of helping grow or scale a law firm
Experience opening or managing office operations
Familiarity with legal technology platforms and workflow tools

Compensation & Benefits
Base salary, depending on experience, + Bonus
Performance based incentives tied to operational and growth KPIs
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development and leadership training opportunities
A collaborative environment with significant autonomy and influence

First Year Expectations
Within the first 12 months, the Director of Firm Operations will be expected to :
Stabilize and streamline current operations
Improve financial reporting and budgeting accuracy
Strengthen personnel management and training systems
Enhance marketing and business development strategies
Develop a detailed plan for opening new offices
Implement scalable processes to support long term growth