Office Manager / Creative Admin

Confidential Search | Midsize National Law Firm A highly regarded midsize national law firm is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee the day-to-day administration of its New York City office. The office is home to approximately 60 professionals, including roughly 40 attorneys. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a sophisticated, successful firm known for its collegial culture, high-quality work, and genuine commitment to its people. The firm offers a beautiful office environment, strong leadership, and the resources of a national platform while maintaining the collaborative feel of a close-knit organization. The Role The Office Manager will lead the administrative operations of the New York office and serve as a trusted resource to attorneys, professional staff, and firm leadership. Responsibilities include: Managing, mentoring, and developing the office’s administrative staff Overseeing staffing needs, recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations Coordinating staff coverage and supporting biweekly payroll administration Ensuring compliance with firm policies and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws Supporting employee relations, benefits enrollment, and performance-management matters Assisting with attorney and summer associate recruiting Overseeing facilities, building management, security access, and office improvement projects Maintaining the office’s business continuity and emergency-preparedness plans Planning office events and initiatives that strengthen culture and employee engagement Partnering closely with firm leadership and administrative teams across other offices Taking ownership of new operational needs as they arise Qualifications The successful candidate will bring: At least five years of law firm management or comparable professional-services experience Meaningful experience supervising and developing administrative teams Strong knowledge of human resources, office administration, facilities, and basic financial processes Excellent judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills A polished, collaborative, and service-oriented approach Exceptional organizational and communication skills The ability to manage multiple priorities in a sophisticated, fast-paced environment A bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience Prior experience with common legal-industry document management, expense, payroll, accounting, and Microsoft Office platforms is helpful. Compensation and Schedule Base salary: $165,000 to $200,000 Bonus: Historically ranging from approximately $15,000 to $65,000+ Hybrid schedule: Four days in the office and one day remote Comprehensive benefits and a highly supportive working environment This is a tremendous firm and an excellent opportunity for an accomplished law firm administrator who values sophisticated work, strong colleagues, and a genuinely positive culture #J-18808-Ljbffr