Description We are inviting applications for the role of Director of Administration based in Santa Barbara, California. This position involves overseeing the administrative functions of our law firm, managing daily operations, collaborating with the firm's managing partners and management committee, implementing best practices, and driving operational efficiency. Responsibilities: • Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making processes to drive the law firm's operations and success as a key member of the Management Committee. • Oversee the financial management of the law firm, including budgeting, financial reporting, billing, and collections. • Work closely with the managing partner and partners, preparing agendas, financial information, and supporting documentation for Management and Partner meetings. • Engage with an external CPA firm on accounting issues, partner compensation, firm tax returns, and Partner annual K-1s. • As part of the Compensation Committee, provide financial and historical information to support the committee’s Partner compensation recommendations. • Oversee the Firm’s 401(k) & Profit-Sharing retirement plan, liaising with external advisors regarding plan investments and participant education. • Handle insurance procurement and management of various insurances, interfacing with Firm management and insurance brokers on risk management issues. • Ensure the firm operates in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, staying updated on changes to laws and regulations that could impact the firm. • Utilize skills such as Budget Processes, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements Consolidation, Operations Management, Microsoft Excel, and Cash Forecasting. Requirements • Demonstrable expertise in budget processes is required • Must possess strong skills in financial reporting • Experience with financial statements consolidation is necessary • Proficiency in operations management is essential • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required • Must have experience in cash forecasting Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .