Director of Firm Operations

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd.

Director of Firm Operations

Columbus, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Position Overview The Director of Firm Operations will manage all administrative, financial, operational, and business development functions of the firm. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with strong business acumen, proven leadership ability, and a track record of helping law firms or professional service organizations grow.

    About The Nemecek Firm The Nemecek Firm Ltd. is a growing law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services while building a modern, scalable operational infrastructure. As we expand, we are seeking a highly skilled Director of Firm Operations to oversee all business operations, drive strategic growth, and support the firm’s long-term vision.

    About the Role

    Job Summary This is a senior leadership role with broad authority over financial management, personnel oversight, marketing, and multi-office operations. This is a full-time, onsite position reporting directly to the Managing Partner.

    Key Responsibilities

    Financial Management • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting • Oversee billing, collections, and cost control initiatives • Track KPIs and operational performance metrics • Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts

    Personnel & HR Leadership • Direct recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations • Manage conflict resolution and employee relations • Oversee training, professional development, and workload balancing • Strengthen firm culture and team cohesion

    Business Development & Marketing • Support client acquisition and retention strategies • Oversee branding, marketing campaigns, and referral network development • Collaborate with partners on growth initiatives

    Operations & Multi Office Management • Identify high‑potential geographic markets through research on demographics, demand, and competition. • Recommend and support new office openings, including planning, logistics, and launch coordination. • Build scalable, standardized workflows and operational systems across all offices. • Implement technology and compliance practices that support efficient, multi‑location growth.

    Strategic Growth & Process Improvement • Conduct operational assessments and identify improvement opportunities • Build scalable systems to support expansion • Lead special projects related to modernization and growth

    About the Candidate

    Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field + at least 8 years of relevant management experience, OR Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field + at least 5 years of relevant management experience • Experience managing a law firm, professional services firm, or multi office organization • Strong financial literacy, including P&L oversight and budgeting • Demonstrated ability to build systems, processes, and infrastructure for growth

    Preferred Qualifications • Documented history of helping grow or scale a law firm • Experience opening or managing multi-office operations • Familiarity with legal technology platforms and workflow tools

    Compensation & Benefits • $120,000–$130,000 base salary, depending on experience, + Bonus • Performance based incentives tied to operational and growth KPIs • Comprehensive benefits package • Professional development and leadership training opportunities • A collaborative environment with significant autonomy and influence

    First Year Expectations Within the first 12 months, the Director of Firm Operations will be expected to : • Stabilize and streamline current operations • Improve financial reporting and budgeting accuracy • Strengthen personnel management and training systems • Enhance marketing and business development strategies • Develop a detailed plan for opening new offices • Implement scalable processes to support long term growth