Practice Manager
Criminal
Birmingham
£40,000 - £50,000

Legal Office Manager

Ref: 2456| Posted: 17th Jul 2026

Eventus Legal are seeking an Office Manager to join a well-established and growing specialist criminal defence practice at their Birmingham, West Midlands. This is a permanent, full-time Office Manager job working Monday to Friday, based full-time in the Birmingham with a salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Based in Birmingham, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a modern head office environment whilst benefiting from flexible start and finish times, excellent long-term progression opportunities and a supportive business experiencing continued growth across the UK.

About the Role

As the Office Manager, you will take full responsibility for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the employer's Birmingham headquarters. This is a varied and autonomous position offering significant ownership and visibility across the business, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced office professional seeking a long-term career move within an established and expanding organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Taking ownership of the day-to-day operational management of the Birmingham head office
  • Acting as the main point of contact for office-related issues and ensuring matters are resolved efficiently
  • Overseeing workplace compliance processes and maintaining adherence to internal procedures and policies
  • Managing relationships with external contractors and service providers across facilities and building services
  • Coordinating health and safety arrangements including first aid provision and fire safety procedures
  • Ensuring the office environment remains professional, organised and fully operational at all times
  • Managing office resources, equipment and supplier orders to support the wider business
  • Overseeing incoming post and ensuring correspondence is distributed promptly and accurately

About You

You will already have experience operating in a busy professional services environment and will enjoy working in a position that offers ownership and responsibility. The successful candidate will be someone who takes pride in creating efficient processes, enjoys solving problems and is committed to becoming a long-term part of the business. This Office Manager job would suit an individual who enjoys variety and thrives in an autonomous working environment.

You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Previous experience working as an Office Manager within a professional services setting
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
  • A proactive approach with the confidence to identify issues and implement solutions independently
  • Confidence using office systems and technology to support efficient operations
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships internally and externally
  • A professional and discreet approach when handling sensitive information
  • A positive attitude and a genuine interest in developing a long-term career with the employer

Benefits and Rewards

Alongside a competitive salary package, the successful Office Manager will join a growing and supportive organisation offering an excellent working environment and genuine opportunities for progression.

  • 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
  • Additional birthday leave
  • Free onsite parking
  • Flexible start and finish times where operationally possible
  • Modern and refurbished offices
  • Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
  • Opportunity to join a growing organisation with offices nationwide

About the Firm

The employer is a specialist criminal defence practice with an established reputation and a growing national presence. Known for delivering high-quality legal services across a range of complex matters, the business continues to invest in its people, infrastructure and office environments to support ongoing expansion.

Working from Birmingham, the successful Office Manager will join a collaborative and ambitious organisation that values commitment, initiative and long-term development. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a business where operational support functions are highly valued and play an important part in future growth plans.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Office Manager job based in Birmingham Business Park.

If you would like to know more about this career-enhancing Office Manager opportunity or would like to hear about similar opportunities, please contact Gemma Clarke on 07950 196 168 or gemma.clarke@eventuslegal.com

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note that salary levels and years of experience included within advertisements are intended as a guide. Applications are welcomed from all candidates able to demonstrate the skills required to perform the job successfully.