Director of Operations

Full-Time | In-Person | Old Town Manassas, Virginia

Salary Range: $100,000–$120,000 annually

Ready for a Leadership Role Where You Can Make a Visible Impact?

Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C. (VF&N) is looking for an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Director of Operations to lead the business side of our established Northern Virginia law firm.

This is more than a role focused on keeping day-to-day operations moving. We are looking for someone who sees opportunities to strengthen an organization—someone who can improve systems, develop people, introduce better processes and technology, and work alongside firm leadership to help shape what comes next.

As Director of Operations, you will work closely with the Firm President, Board of Directors, attorneys, and staff and serve as a trusted leadership partner across the organization.

If you enjoy bringing order to complexity, solving problems, developing teams, and turning good ideas into better ways of working, this could be an excellent next step in your career.

Why Join VF&N?

For more than 35 years, VF&N has served businesses, local governments, families, and individuals throughout Virginia while building a highly respected regional reputation.

Our attorneys provide counsel across a broad range of practice areas, including business and corporate law, employment law, litigation, land use and zoning, municipal law, criminal and appellate matters, real estate, estate planning, and domestic relations.

But the work is only part of who we are.

Virginia Business Magazine has recognized VF&N as one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia, reflecting our collaborative culture, commitment to professional growth, and belief that people do their best work when they feel supported, respected, and connected to the team.

Our location adds something special, too.

Our office is located in the heart of Old Town Manassas, offering a walkable downtown setting surrounded by locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, community events, seasonal activities, and summer concerts. For a position that is intentionally in-person, we believe where you work matters.

VF&N is also a founder and active contributor to Nexus234, Northern Virginia’s first official Innovation District, positioning our firm alongside the continued growth, entrepreneurship, technology, and economic development taking place throughout Prince William County and Northern Virginia.

What You’ll Lead

The Director of Operations will oversee the firm’s administrative operations and help ensure that our people, technology, processes, and infrastructure continue to support the firm’s success.

Operations & Strategy

• Direct and oversee the firm’s day-to-day operations.
• Partner with firm leadership to develop and implement strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate and improve workflows, systems, policies, and administrative processes.
• Lead cross-functional projects and firmwide initiatives.
• Help translate organizational goals into practical, measurable action.

People & Culture

• Lead recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and employee development.
• Supervise administrative and support staff while encouraging accountability and professional growth.
• Manage performance reviews, employee relations, compensation administration, and benefits coordination.
• Maintain confidential personnel records and support HR compliance.
• Help foster a collaborative, professional, and high-performing workplace.

Financial & Business Administration

• Support budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and financial planning.
• Oversee billing, collections, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions.
• Coordinate payroll and financial administration activities.
• Develop and monitor operational and financial performance metrics.
• Collaborate with accountants, financial advisors, banks, insurance providers, and other business partners.

Technology & Process Improvement

• Oversee operational technology systems and vendor relationships.
• Lead technology implementations, training, and change-management efforts.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, workflow improvements, and AI solutions.
• Support cybersecurity, business continuity, and data-management initiatives.

Facilities & Vendor Management

• Oversee office facilities, equipment, maintenance, and workplace safety.
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and service agreements.
• Support risk-management, compliance, and operational-continuity efforts.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an experienced professional who combines strategic thinking with the willingness to roll up their sleeves and get things done.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Five or more years of progressive leadership experience, including experience within a law firm environment. Experience may include law firm administration, legal operations, business operations, finance, human resources, or a related area.
• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, finance, accounting, legal studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience managing people, operational systems, and process-improvement initiatives.
• Strong working knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, payroll coordination, human resources, technology systems, and office management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
• Strong judgment, discretion, organization, and follow-through.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business-management software.

Preferred Experience

Prior law firm experience is required. We are looking for a professional who understands the unique operational demands of a law firm and can bring strong leadership, sound business judgment, and operational expertise to the role.

Additional preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with legal billing, trust accounting, matter management, document management, or client-intake systems.
• Experience leading technology implementations and organizational change.
• Professional certifications such as CLM, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or PMP, or membership in ALA.

You May Be a Great Fit If You…

• See an inefficient process and immediately start thinking about how to improve it.
• Can move comfortably between strategic planning and hands-on problem-solving.
• Know how to lead people with both accountability and respect.
• Communicate clearly and can turn complex ideas into practical solutions.
• Enjoy helping people adopt new technology rather than simply introducing it.
• Take ownership and follow projects through from idea to implementation.
• Want to work somewhere your ideas and leadership can have a visible impact.

Make Your Next Move Matter

This is an opportunity to step into an influential leadership role within a respected law firm at an exciting point in its continued growth.

If you are looking for a position where you can strengthen operations, develop people, improve systems, and work directly with organizational leadership, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, leadership strengths, and interest in joining VF&N.

Learn more about our firm at vfnlaw.com.

Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, PC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace.