Job Summary:

The Director of Administration is responsible for overseeing office operations, support services, facilities, the conference center, and front desk/reception. This role includes direct management of administrative support staff and overall responsibility for ensuring efficient and effective day-to-day office operations. The Director partners closely with the Office Managing Partner and the Senior Director of Operations to promote a collaborative, high-performing, and positive workplace environment.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

Operational & Administrative Expertise:

• Proven experience managing office operations within a law firm environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead administrative functions in a large office setting (100+ employees)
• Previous experience managing complex budgets, with a solid understanding of financial tracking and reporting
• Direct people management experience, with the ability to lead and motivate high-performing support teams
• Strong organizational and communication skills, capable of operating in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
• Experience using ERP systems or other financial software for budget management
• Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Slack or Microsoft Teams
• Comfortable with modern office technologies and tools to streamline operations

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required (equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in office management or multi-office support roles
• Law firm strongly preferred or large professional services firm experience