Legal Practice Manager

Legal Practice Manager - Bedford - 50,000- 60,000 + Benefits

Hello Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting for a legal practice in Bedford. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Practice Manager to oversee the efficient and effective operation of our client's busy legal practice. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the firm's administrative, financial and operational functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and optimising performance.

Responsibilities:

• Management of the finance department and reception staff;
• Day-to-day and annual responsibility for the firms' accounts;
• Advice on regulatory compliance including SRA, AML and SAR's;
• Organisation of the firm's insurance, accreditations and practising certificate renewals.

Requirements:

• Previous relevant experience within a legal or professional services environment
• A commanding knowledge of the Solicitor Accounts Rules and an overview of the general obligations of the SRA Handbook
• A comprehensive understanding of GAAP and accrual accounting
• Experience with COFA and COLP duties and responsibilities and assume COFA role in due course
• Strong IT skills and previous experience with case management systems (P4W experience is ideal.)

Legal Practice Manager - Bedford - 50,000- 60,000 + Benefits