Practice Manager

Are you an experienced legal Practice Manager looking for new and varied role with an enhanced salary and benefits package? 

Reed Finance are delighted to working with a long standing client in the Gateshead area who are looking to recruit a Practice Manager on a full time, permanent contract. 

As Practice Manager, you will be responsible for managing the operations and personnel of a busy and growing law practice. This is a highly varied role which will involve many facets of the business including working closely with the partners on compliance and legal matters. 

Monday to Friday - 9:00am - 5:00pm 

There is potential negotiation for remote working and flexibility on working times to suit personal requirements. 

Job duties: 

• Leadership of the accounts department, including day-to-day and annual responsibilities related to the firm’s financial accounts. 
• Provide expert advice on regulatory compliance, including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and Solicitors’ Accounts Rules (SARs)
• Organise insurance, accreditation, and practising certificate renewals
• Collaborate with third-party suppliers to optimise performance systems
• Implement best practices in line with Lexcel, CQS, and SRA guidelines
• Update office policies and procedures as needed
• Maintain the firm’s website to reflect accurate and relevant information
• Prepare data for the firm’s accountants during annual SARs audits and year-end accounts. 
• Handle payroll administration
• Support accountants with Partners’ tax returns
• Ensure timely NI/Tax payments to HMRC
• Oversee Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) renewals
• Supervise Head of Accounts and reception staff/post room
• Manage HR functions, including recruitment and maintaining/updating the staff benefits scheme
• Facilitate Practising Certificate bulk renewal applications
• Promote a positive work environment and address employee needs
• Overall responsibility for the IT across the firm
• Maintain Cyber Essentials standards

Candidate Specification: 

• · Previous experience as a Practice Manager within a reputable firm of solicitors.
• · Strong understanding of the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and SRA obligations.
• · Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• · Ability to manage deadlines independently.
• · Excellent knowledge of legal case management systems and Microsoft tools.

Benefits 

• Competitive salary 
• Contribution to a pension scheme 
• Holidays (negotiable on amount)
• Private Health Insurance 
• Financial and other support for Learning and Development 
• Holiday purchase scheme (5 days per year)