Job Description

A prestigious, international law firm is seeking a highly organized and resourceful Operations Manager to support a growing practice group. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team.  The Operations Manager will ensure the team operates smoothly and efficiently by overseeing day-to-day logistics, managing administrative processes, and supporting project and personnel operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and is adept at juggling multiple priorities with discretion and finesse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between team members, leadership, and firm departments.
• Support event planning and execution, including conferences and strategic offsites.
• Create and refine operational systems, workflows, and processes with a start-up lens.
• Coordinate recruiting, onboarding, and training needs for new hires.
• Draft, edit, and organize documents, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain structured, well-organized records and files.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and handle travel arrangements for the firm’s leadership.
• Provide high-level administrative and logistical support across functions.
• Partner with IT and other departments to streamline tools and data systems.
• Stay attuned to compliance, confidentiality, and data security best practices.
• Take on special projects in a changing environment, staying aligned with the firm’s mission and deliverables.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Opportunity to travel domestically and internationally to support the growing needs of the firm. This role requires flexibility with your schedule to meet the ever-changing needs of a growing practice group.
• Ability to work alongside top-talent and driven experts in their field.
• Competitive benefits package, including medical, vision dental insurance, PTO, 401(k), and on-site fitness center.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strategic operator. Bachelor’s degree in hand along with five years of experience in a blended, multi-functional role; candidates with backgrounds in business, operations, or project-related roles are preferred.
• Global perspective. You respect cultures across the world and value making connections.
• Diplomatic. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; poised and professional.
• Digitally fluent. Highly tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and other productivity platforms.
• Meticulous. Impeccable attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Sound judgment. Your previous employers trusted you to make decisions and act with the utmost discretion.

To apply, please send a resume to [email protected]. 

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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