The Role: Director of Operations (Hybrid - NYC )

We seek a Director of Operations to be the owner's strategic business partner and help accelerate Katz Melinger's continued growth. This position will work closely with the owner and key staff on strategy, policy, problem-solving, and decision-making, and be instrumental in implementing the firm's quarterly business plan.

This position will serve as the Firm's senior operations executive, responsible for the Firm's administrative, operational, and business functions, and for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the day-to-day operations and system implementationof the firm. This individual should be a student of best practices for effective leadership; acceptable candidates will have experience directly managing a team of at least 10 people, with the autonomy to hire and fire.

The goal of this position is to ensure the effectiveness of the business operations to drive continual and sustainable growth and achieve the business plan goals. You will maintain control of diverse business operations, so it is expected that you are an experienced and efficient leader. If you have excellent people skills, business acumen, and a work ethic, we'd like to meet you.

This job is performed in a hybrid remote/in-person capacity, from Katz Melinger PLLC's NYC office, located in the Grand Central area, with an expectation of 2-3 days in the office each week.

Anticipated start date: August 1

Why Work with Us?

• Help an already fast-growing business accelerate its growth.
• Lead impactful work, advocating for those unable to stand up for themselves when mistreated at work.
• Work with a technologically-savvy firm primed to be a leader in the field in New York and New Jersey.
• Develop professionally with a Nationwide program for legal industry executives, which provides opportunities to develop critical industry-specific operational skills.
• Earn compensation of salary and performance-based quarterly bonuses that reward your accomplishments, totaling $150,000 - 200,000.
• Get comprehensive health insurance (up to $700 per month) 401(k) with up to 4% employer match.
• 15 days PTO plus federal and firm holidays.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule.

Application Process:

Please submit your resume and cover letter through the platform. We will not review applications without a cover letter nor respond to direct inquiries through email, telephone or Linkedin. We will review applications on a rolling basis.

Visit us at katzmelinger.com to learn more about our practice areas and success stories. Katz Melinger PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We actively seek diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

$150,000 - $200,000

Essential Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the owner to design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Execute the firm's business plan and achieve quarterly revenue and profitability targets through strategic business development.
• Oversee and drive financial operations through an understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Manage projects successfully by designing strategic initiatives, identifying process owners, and ensuring timely execution within established deadlines.
• Ensure that the firm's business systems, policies, and procedures are fully documented in writing, organized, deployed, and audited.
• Lead recruitment efforts to hire top talent and implement performance management systems that develop and retain excellent team members.
• Supervise the work of the non-lawyer support staff, fractional contractors, and vendors, building a positive professional culture that empowers and develops our staff.
• Manage general HR operations, including payroll and benefits.
• Lead technology improvements to enhance firm efficiency, including the development of proprietary tools and databases.
• Oversee IT and cybersecurity vendors to ensure all systems remain functional and secure for our distributed workforce.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments to ensure the firm properly identifies and mitigates operational and legal exposure.

• Degree in management, business management, human resources, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership overseeing operations for professional services firms or a division or department of a mid-sized/large professional services firm.
• Proven ability to manage projects, lead teams, and enforce accountability systems.
• Demonstrated experience implementing policies, SOPs, and workflow systems.
• Law firm experience not required (but is a plus).
• Prior experience mentoring administrative or support staff is a plus.
• MBA, J.D., SHRM/HRCI, and/or project management certifications are not required (but are also a plus).

Katz Melinger is a leading New York City employment law and commercial collections firm dedicated to advocating for workers' rights and delivering results for clients across a range of industries. Whether it is representing employees who are not paid properly or treated fairly at work, or helping individuals and businesses collect the money rightfully owed to them, Katz Melinger's goal is to right the wrongs. Our team has an extensive track record of successful settlements in employment discrimination, wage and hour, retaliation, and workplace harassment cases in New York, New Jersey, and Federal Courts. We pride ourselves on our impeccable reputation in the Courts, with other attorneys, and with clients.

Our firm offers a collaborative culture, flexibility, and professional development opportunities, and has been recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America.

Compensation details: 150000-200000 Yearly Salary

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