Business Director

Company: University of California
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with Managing Shareholders, Talent Services (human resources), and other Business Directors to ensure sound business practices and positive culture in each office.
• Leads all Northern California operational/administrative managers, in conjunction with the managers' national department directors.
• Identifies and implements administrative and staff practices to strengthen the delivery of legal services by professional staff.
• Provides support to Practice Group Department Leaders on ad hoc operational issues, at the request of the Managing Shareholders.
• Routinely prepares officewide communications and policies, monitors adherence, and enforces compliance with those policies.
• Collaboratively manages accounting/finance/revenue management functions for each office; develops and oversees the offices' budgets.
• Partners with the talent services and talent acquisition teams to attract, retain, and develop the offices' talent.
• Leads the annual staff compensation review process.
• Assists with the facilitation of the annual associate compensation review process led by the Managing Shareholders.
• Liaises with various teams to provide the highest degree of client service in the offices and troubleshoots daily issues.
• Plays a key role in expansion and renovations efforts and office space planning for each location.
• Continually reviews staffing levels to maintain effective staffing ratios and monitors paralegal usage and workflow.
• Assists with integrating new attorneys into the firm; works with departing attorneys on exit procedures.
• Directly engages to support each office operational functions to ensure needs and services are met.
• Reviews and approves/denies expense reports submitted for reimbursement by attorneys and staff.
• Creates and fosters a collegial environment of teamwork.Job Requirements:
  • Demonstrated ability to provide outstanding client/customer service and meet high quality standards.
  • Business acumen must include integrity, sound leadership experience, and the ability to manage change.
  • Willingness and ability to adapt management and communication styles based on the situation.
  • Excellent emotional intelligence, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Analytical with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to apply financial information in a dynamic business environment.
  • Proven success in working well with senior leadership and staff.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Adapt to a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Experience in finding creative solutions to administrative encounters.
  • Strong attention to detail.Qualifications & Prior Experience:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Organization Development, Human Resources, or related field required.
    • Minimum of ten years of experience in a management or leadership position in a professional services organization.
    • Strong business experience in human resources, accounting, finance, marketing, technology, and facilities management.
    • Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly.Compensation and Benefits:The expected annualized base salary range for this position is $220,000.00 to $260,000.00. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full-time employees may be eligible for various benefits.Equal Opportunity Employer:Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regard to protected statuses.How to Apply:Please apply via this link: Location: Greater Bay Area, Peninsula, CaliforniaWe offer a supportive, stimulating environment that encourages collaboration, professionalism, diversity, and trust.
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