Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP is seeking a strategic, highly organized, and business-minded Principal Law Firm Administrator to lead the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the firm. This senior leadership role partners closely with firm leadership, the CIO, and the Controller to develop strategic plans and drive operational excellence across administration, human resources, legal operations, marketing, facilities, vendor management, client service support, and firmwide coordination with accounting, technology, and information management functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide executive oversight of the firm’s daily administrative operations, ensuring efficient, compliant, and client-focused service delivery.
- Partner with the firm’s leadership on strategic planning, budgeting, staffing, growth initiatives, and operational priorities.
- Supervise and coordinate effective cooperation across department leads, including the CIO and Controller, establishing clear goals, accountability, and service standards while respecting functional ownership of their respective areas.
- Work closely with the Controller and firm leadership to support budgeting, billing operations, accounts receivable, expense management, and reporting through effective coordination, planning, and follow-through.
- Serve as key liaison among attorneys, department leaders, vendors, and external partners
- Oversee human resources administration, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, benefits coordination, policy administration, and employee relations.
- Manage office operations, facilities, records administration, and vendor relationships to support a productive and professional work environment.
- Partner with the CIO and other firm leaders to align administrative operations with technology, legal practice management, document management, and workflow tools, helping ensure effective adoption and coordination across the firm.
- Plan and manage operationally complex or high-visibility initiatives, including events, transitions, launches, or firm-wide rollouts.
- Ensure compliance with firm policies, employment requirements, and operational best practices.
- Develop, document, and improve administrative procedures and internal controls to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
- Support leadership with reporting, dashboards, and recommendations related to staffing, profitability, capacity, and operational performance.
Qualifications
- Relevant educational background and experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional administrative initiatives and coordinating multiple priorities across departments in a fast-paced setting.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, reporting, billing oversight, and cost management.
- Working knowledge of HR practices, vendor management, office operations, and legal or professional-services workflow.
- Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, staff, clients, and outside partners.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and familiarity with legal billing, practice management, document management, or HR systems.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and firm size. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, performance incentives, and professional development support. A supportive culture that values growth, flexibility, innovation, and community.
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter describing relevant law firm or professional services operations experience, leadership background, and compensation expectations. We are looking for a candidate who can bring structure, sound judgment, and operational leadership to support the firm’s long-term success.
