Legal Practice Manager

$120k - $150k

Full-time

Ray Thomas

Chicago, IL

Legal Practice Manager

Chicago, IL

Base Salary: $120,000–$150,000

A leading and top ranked global firm is seeking a Practice Manager to help lead the operations and strategic initiatives of its Real Estate practice. Real estate experience is NOT required.

This is an opportunity for someone with experience in practice management, legal operations, or law firm administration to work directly with practice leaders and senior attorneys. Legal Office Administrators with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

You’ll serve as a key connection between practice leadership and firm departments, helping turn priorities into action across a global team.

Why consider this opportunity?

Join a highly respected global law firm
Work closely with leadership on initiatives that shape the practice
Gain broad exposure to practice strategy, operations, recruiting, and business development
Step into a role available following the previous manager’s promotion
Excellent benefits and room for growth/advancement

What you’ll do:

Support practice leadership and drive strategic initiatives and projects
Coordinate with recruiting, business development, finance, and other firm departments
Prepare and monitor budgets and support financial reporting and analysis
Organize leadership meetings, presentations, and practice communications
Support research on clients, lateral candidates, and competitors
Help advance attorney development, client service, and practice growth initiatives
What we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years of experience within a law firm or corporate legal department
Experience supporting senior attorneys or practice leadership
Background in budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis
Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and presentation skills
Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail
A proactive, service-oriented professional who can move projects forward while building consensus

We look forward to reviewing your application.

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