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Add expected salary to your profile for insights Lead the next chapter of a respected NSW law firm Rankin Ellison Lawyers is a well-established, mid-sized law firm with a strong reputation in insurance, private client and commercial law and a team of over 100 professionals across Sydney and Newcastle. Our clients stick with us because we''re practical, technically sharp and easy to work with. As we continue to grow, we''re creating a new senior leadership role to help us scale with purpose and we''re looking for someone who''s as comfortable in the boardroom as they are rolling up their sleeves. About the Role This is a newly expanded position with a broad remit - you''ll take ownership of the firm''s business operations of Finance HR, IT, Marketing, Compliance and general Operations and work closely with the Management Committee and Board to drive performance, lead change and bring cohesion across the business. You''ll have a seat at the table for strategic decisions but you''ll also be hands-on, improving systems, mentoring teams and making sure the engine room of the firm runs smoothly and smartly. What You''ll Be Doing Leading and aligning all business services functions under a unified operational strategy Driving firm-wide initiatives that improve performance, efficiency and client service Supporting the partnership with commercial insight and data-driven decision-making Strengthening internal systems, processes and reporting frameworks Building trust and alignment across a diverse team of professionals Helping shape a modern, scalable management model for the firm''s future What You Bring We''re after a commercially minded leader who''s pragmatic, steady under pressure and confident working with senior stakeholders. You''ve likely held a GM or senior operations role in a professional service environment and you know how to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day delivery. Youll thrive here if you: Have a track record of leading operational transformation in a complex, people-driven business Are financially fluent and comfortable using data to drive decisions Know how to navigate a partnership structure and influence at senior levels Lead with emotional intelligence and a calm, grounded presence Enjoy mentoring teams and building capability across functions Bring experience from legal, accounting, consulting or similar sectors The Environment This is a firm that''s ready for change. There''s genuine appetite for operational leadership and you''ll have the mandate to make a real impact. That said, it''s still a partnership so success will come from building trust, communicating clearly and guiding the business with both authority and diplomacy. Whats on Offer A career-defining opportunity to shape the firm''s operational future Direct influence on strategy, culture, and innovation Supportive, engaged Managing Partners who value commercial leadership Flexibility across our Sydney and Newcastle offices A culture that values professionalism, pragmatism and people The chance to leave a lasting legacy in a respected and growing firm If youre ready to lead meaningful change and youre not afraid to get your hands dirty along the way, wed love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr