Head of Operations

Bloomfield Hills, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Overview:

As the Head of Operations you will be an executive responsible for the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the Firm. This individual is tasked to advance the efficient operation of the Firm and support the Firms efforts to drive sustainable growth. The Head of Operations reports and is an advisor to the Firms Executive Committee (EC).

In consultation with the EC the Head of Operations oversees the diverse business operations of the Firm and leads the senior administrative management team comprised of the Directors of Financial Operations Human Resources Business Development/Marketing Information Technology IP Operations (Docketing PCT/Foreign Filing/file management) and Regional Office Managers. As such the Head of Operations is an experienced leader possessing excellent interpersonal skills business acumen and an exemplary work ethic.

Responsibilities:

Understand and advise the EC regarding all facets of Firm business including financial performance and staff administration.
Participate in Executive Committee meetings; provide/answer questions regarding requested reports; provide and interpret standard operating reports; provide reports to the EC on all other matters of importance regarding the operation of the Firm.
Prepare/present on Firm performance or other relevant matters at meetings of the Firms Equity Principals and/or other attorney meetings.
Serve as a resource to the Firms Equity Principals concerning operations issues.
Develop and implement business initiatives plans and procedures consistent with Firm culture and guidance from the EC.
Evaluate Firm performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
Lead and inspire high-performing non-attorney employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication by providing clear direction and fostering a collaborative environment.
Assist the EC in the evaluation and management of professional staff.
Oversee business and contractual relationships with vendors and suppliers (in consultation with the Firms General Counsel and/or EC as deemed appropriate).
Participate/analyze Firm expansion opportunities (lateral legal professionals mergers/acquisitions new offices etc.).
Oversee Firm office expansions and contractions negotiate lease terms and work with outside counsel on lease agreements and amendments (in consultation with the Firms General Counsel and/or EC as deemed appropriate).
Inform the Firms General Counsel on all Human Resource and other legal issues affecting the Firm including actual or potential legal claims against the Firm and/or its professionals and assist General Counsel in information and data collection.
Participate in other critical administrative committees such as Retirement Plan Committee Technology Committee Loss Prevention Committee Attorney Review and Nominating Committee and any other committee(s) as requested.
Understand the Firms Operating Agreement to assure all aspects of Firm operations are in compliance.
Travel to the Firms out-of-state offices in St. Louis MO Washington D.C. and Dallas TX on a regular basis.

Basic qualifications:

Demonstrated organizational management and leadership abilities; experience empowering and leading multi-functional teams.
Demonstrated experience in management and/or oversight of business operations preferably including Finance Human Resources Information Technology Business Development and Marketing.
Demonstrated experience in strategic business planning.
Working knowledge of business and financial reporting performance metrics and data analysis.
Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
BSc/BA in Business Administration (emphasis in Management or Accounting preferred) or relevant field; MSc/MBA and/or CPA is preferred.
Ability to travel as needed.

Job Overview: As the Head of Operations you will be an executive responsible for the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the Firm. This individual is tasked to advance the efficient operation of the Firm and support the Firms efforts to drive sustainable growth. The Head of Operat...

Job Overview:

Responsibilities:

Understand and advise the EC regarding all facets of Firm business including financial performance and staff administration.
Participate in Executive Committee meetings; provide/answer questions regarding requested reports; provide and interpret standard operating reports; provide reports to the EC on all other matters of importance regarding the operation of the Firm.
Prepare/present on Firm performance or other relevant matters at meetings of the Firms Equity Principals and/or other attorney meetings.
Serve as a resource to the Firms Equity Principals concerning operations issues.
Develop and implement business initiatives plans and procedures consistent with Firm culture and guidance from the EC.
Evaluate Firm performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
Lead and inspire high-performing non-attorney employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication by providing clear direction and fostering a collaborative environment.
Assist the EC in the evaluation and management of professional staff.
Oversee business and contractual relationships with vendors and suppliers (in consultation with the Firms General Counsel and/or EC as deemed appropriate).
Participate/analyze Firm expansion opportunities (lateral legal professionals mergers/acquisitions new offices etc.).
Oversee Firm office expansions and contractions negotiate lease terms and work with outside counsel on lease agreements and amendments (in consultation with the Firms General Counsel and/or EC as deemed appropriate).
Inform the Firms General Counsel on all Human Resource and other legal issues affecting the Firm including actual or potential legal claims against the Firm and/or its professionals and assist General Counsel in information and data collection.
Participate in other critical administrative committees such as Retirement Plan Committee Technology Committee Loss Prevention Committee Attorney Review and Nominating Committee and any other committee(s) as requested.
Understand the Firms Operating Agreement to assure all aspects of Firm operations are in compliance.
Travel to the Firms out-of-state offices in St. Louis MO Washington D.C. and Dallas TX on a regular basis.

Basic qualifications:

Demonstrated organizational management and leadership abilities; experience empowering and leading multi-functional teams.
Demonstrated experience in management and/or oversight of business operations preferably including Finance Human Resources Information Technology Business Development and Marketing.
Demonstrated experience in strategic business planning.
Working knowledge of business and financial reporting performance metrics and data analysis.
Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
BSc/BA in Business Administration (emphasis in Management or Accounting preferred) or relevant field; MSc/MBA and/or CPA is preferred.
Ability to travel as needed.