Are you an experienced and people-focused Operations Manager with a passion for making a difference and who wants to play a leading role in growing, streamlining, and managing a cutting-edge legal and advisory firm?About usAldermane is an award-winning NewLaw firm that seeks to ensure the safety of Australia through the delivery of cutting-edge Defence projects and major Government programs. We work directly with our clients to resolve major contracting, strategic, programmatic, and security issues, so that the Australian Defence Force remains operational and ready to protect people just like you.We are a young and vibrant team of lawyers, consultants, and project advisory specialists who want to deliver our services differently. By adopting a flexible legal and advisory delivery model, we can adapt to our clients' needs and service them in an agile way, without the constraints of operating in a traditional firm environment.We were recently named the Government Team of the Year at the 2023 Australian Law Awards, and are seeking to grow our corporate and support functions, grow our depth and capacity, and broaden our expertise in advisory areas.About youYou will be a people-first person who brings a common-sense mindset to your work and adopts an approachable style in your professional interactions. You will be self-motivated and keen to lead a team of high-calibre individuals, with a focus on ensuring the practice and its people operate smoothly and efficiently.In terms of experience, you will have at least 5 years' experience managing or administrating a legal practice or Government executive area. A background working for (or with) the Government sector would also be valuable to support an understanding of our major client base. Experience using Xero (or similar accounting platforms) and legal practice management software is highly desirable.Relevant qualifications in human resource management, business administration, law, or a related field would be ideal, although we are open to individuals with equivalent industry experience.Mandatory requirement – please readGiven the nature of our work, an AGSVA-issued security clearance is essential. Applicants must be Australian citizens and able to obtain and hold an active Baseline (or higher) security clearance. We will sponsor a clearance application for those who do not currently hold a security clearance.Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.The roleThe Operations Manager will report directly to the Managing Partner and be responsible for implementing and delivering all operational functions of our growing firm.This role will include responsibilities for:OperationsRecruitment and people lead for Aldermane Adapt (our consulting and flexible legal resourcing division)Process and procedure development and implementation (eg, processes and policies)Systems management and upgrades (eg, ICT systems, time recording, payroll and accounting systems, software and hardware management)Matter management (eg, creation of new matters, rates, and client accounts)Program management (eg, learning and development, pro bono programs)Merchandise and marketingSecurity management (security officer functions, background checks, and related compliance functions)Financial management (eg, payroll, timekeeping and WIP, invoicing)Financial forecasting, budgets, and remuneration modelsComplianceCompliance and reporting (eg, industry bodies, Government panels, insurances, licences)CoSec functions (eg, ASIC forms, registers and certificates, registrations, renewals etc)Bids and PanelsOpportunity management (incoming opportunity tracking and matching)Strategic panels (eg, bid and tender development/co-ordination)As a senior member of our broader team, you will also be responsible for the management of junior team members and participation in business development activities.Remuneration and benefitsBy joining our team, you will be rewarded with the following benefits:market-leading remuneration – we pay our people top-tier salaries, and have generous bonus and incentive schemes for committed and business-minded team members,genuine learning and development – we have a learning and development program to enable you to learn from our people and reach your full potential,flexible working – we focus on delivering our services in a way that promotes mental health and wellbeing,culture and community – opportunities to be involved in initiatives which align with our core values of honesty, community, and helping others.Apply nowIf you want to take the next step in your career, please click "Apply now". For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Rory Alexander on or by email at application will include the following questions:How many years' experience do you have as an operations manager?How many years of people management experience do you have?What's your expected annual base salary?How much notice are you required to give your current employer?Do you hold Australian Security Clearance?#J-18808-Ljbffr