Practice Manager
bedford, england, United Kingdom
Company Description
Premier Solicitors is an innovative law firm based in Bedford. We work with clients on both a national and local level, providing appropriate solutions and excellent customer service. We specialise in evolving areas of law, adapting to business and commercial pressures, as well as sensitively handling private matters.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Practice Manager at Premier Solicitors in Bedford. The Practice Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the law firm, managing staff, coordinating client services, and ensuring efficient and effective workflows. The Practice Manager will also be responsible for financial management, implementing policies and procedures, and maintaining a positive work environment.
Main Responsibilities
Lexcel applications and internal training to ensure Lexcel compliance
Updating TOBs, office policies and procedures as and when required and in line with Lexcel, CQS and SRA guidelines
Maintain the firm’s website – staff profiles, content updates, recruitment pages etc
Prepare and provide information to the firm’s accountants for annual SAR’s audit and year end accounts
Financial and accounting tasks including VAT returns, corporation tax instalments, payroll and NI/Tax payments due to HMRC
Maintain/update staff benefits scheme
CQS applications
Practising certificate bulk renewal application
PII, Cyber, and P&O insurance renewals
SRA applications when required
Supervision of accounts team, reception staff/post room including team appraisals
Provide support to staff in relation to software/systems including P4W, Bundledocs, Legl ID checks, Formshare etc
Checking and authorising TT’s/BACs from the client account (approx.30-50 per day/60-80 on a Friday)
Specification
Previous relevant experience within the legal environment
A comprehensive understanding of the Solicitor Accounts Rules and an overview of the general obligations of the SRA handbook
Held the post of COFA
Skills
Proven experience as a Practice Manager
Strong leadership and management skills
Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
Experience in law firm operations and client services and
Knowledge of financial management and budgeting
Proficiency in practice management software
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
If you are interested in this role, then please apply to [email protected]