Director of Operations

Messerli Kramer PA

$110K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of leadership experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
  • Experience in legal operations, conflicts, business intake, or records management.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, management, or related field preferred.
  • Prior law firm experience strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with legal document management and practice management systems, including AI.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and drive process improvements.
  • Litigation and/or paralegal background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a key member of the firm's executive leadership team.
  • Lead and enhance operational, administrative, and risk management functions.
  • Partner with firm leadership to drive strategic initiatives and long-term growth.
  • Build scalable processes for improved efficiency and service delivery.
  • Enhance the firm's approach to information governance and compliance.
  • Lead and develop high-performing teams for clarity and accountability.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for relocation to Chattanooga, TN.
  • Participate in strategic initiatives that shape the firm's growth.
  • Contribution to operational excellence and improved client service.
  • Leadership role within the executive team of the firm.
  • Development opportunities for team leaders and organizational alignment.
Full Job Description
Director of Operations

Chattanooga, TN - Open to relocation

Strengthen Chambliss' operations and firm wide business impact

Chambliss is investing in the people, processes, and systems that support exceptional client service and long-term growth. The Director of Operations will lead key operational, administrative, and risk-management functions while helping the firm operate more efficiently, securely, and strategically.

Success in this role will strengthen the systems, teams, and processes that support the firm's attorneys, clients, and future growth.

The role in action:

  • Serve as a key member of the firm's executive leadership team.
  • Lead and elevate critical operational, administrative, and risk management functions.
  • Partner closely with firm leadership to drive strategic initiatives, continuous improvement, and long-term growth.
  • Build scalable processes that enhance efficiency, consistency, and service delivery.
  • Enhance how the firm approaches information governance, compliance, and operational excellence.
  • Lead and develop high-performing teams while creating greater clarity, accountability, and alignment across the organization.

Experience & Credentials:
  • 7+ years of leadership experience within a law firm or professional services environment
  • Experience in legal operations, conflicts, business intake, records management, litigation support, or related functions
  • Bachelor's degree required; business, management, or related field preferred
  • Prior law firm experience strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with legal document management, workflow, and practice management systems & Artificial Intelligence
  • Experience leading teams, driving process improvements, and supporting operational excellence
  • Litigation and/or paralegal background is a plus

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