Director of Firm Operations Columbus

Director of Firm Operations

Full Time • Columbus
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 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 & 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, 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 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
Compensation: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year




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