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Job DescriptionA New Haven County law firm seeks an experienced Chief Operations Officer with proven leadership, management, and the vision necessary to ensure financial strength and operational efficiency.QUALIFICATIONS:Experience managing a law firm in a COO is ideal.A candidate who's focus leans more toward production than service, but with a balance of both.Experience leading a law firm through growth.Candidate should have a degree in business or finance with at least 10 years COO experience from mid-size service organizations.Experience should include a strong understanding of finance, IT, HR, service, and marketing with experience overseeing individuals in those roles and leading through growth and change.This candidate should have highly developed financial and analytical abilities.Skilled in decision making and problem solving in a fast-paced environment.Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills are necessary to foster positive working relationships.DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:Leadership behavior reflecting the mission and core values of law firm.Active participation in the development, communication, and implementation of processes and strategies.Collaborating with the management team to develop and execute plans.Ensuring that the proper operational controls, procedures, and staff are in place to effectively grow the firm.Providing the CEO with timely, complete reports on the operating condition of the firm.Implementing a respectful, constructive approach to motivate, mentor, and lead a high- performance management team.Fostering a success-oriented, accountable environment.Representing the firm in an ethical manner with clients and business partners.Periodic travel may be required.CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED