Chief of Staff to the Managing Partner

Executive Management Richardson, Texas

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Who we are: BAL is a team of brilliant people who change lives through elite immigration work and collaborative innovation. We pursue the exceptional in all that we do, but never at the expense of our values. There’s no denying our work is demanding, both in volume and pace, but we’re up for the challenge. We love the balance of hard work and fun – so, you’ll see us in jeans as we shatter glass ceilings and conventional stereotypes. BAL employees feel valued, rewarded, and respected. We seek opportunities to be of service to others and our communities. We are committed to your growth and development and want to set you up for success here at BAL and beyond. 
 
Who you are: You are looking for work that has a purpose. You aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and get stuff done. You learn quickly. You move fast. You embrace challenge and detail as well as creative thinking. You believe you have something unique to contribute and you aren’t afraid to raise your hand. You understand that powering human achievement is ultimately about impacting a real person. You are looking for a place to grow and an environment where everyone has a spot and is genuinely welcome. 
 
We’re better together: A bright, driven person like you and an industry-leading powerhouse like BAL? It’s a perfect combination! We truly want to see you succeed here and become an integral part of our mission to provide an experience that makes a positive difference in people’s lives. Come be a part of something special, where you can have an impact and be valued just for being you! 
 
In addition to competitive pay, a discretionary annual bonus, and a supportive, team-oriented culture, we offer an outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, sick time, unlimited vacation, and 401(k) with company match. 
 
OVERVIEW: 
The Chief of Staff to the Managing Partner will serve as the principal strategic advisor and operational leader for the office of the Managing Partner. Acting as the Managing Partner’s trusted right hand, the Chief of Staff will have full proxy to make decisions, approve exceptions, and execute directives and initiatives on behalf of the Managing Partner. This role requires exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-stakes environment.
 
The Chief of Staff will provide critical oversight and coordination across all firm functions, ensuring alignment with the Managing Partner’s vision and strategic objectives. This individual will work closely with senior leadership, practice groups, and support teams to maintain operational efficiency and advance firm-wide initiatives.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
Strategic Support & Execution 
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the Managing Partner, providing counsel on strategic, operational, and organizational matters.
  • Execute all directives and initiatives issued by the Managing Partner, ensuring timely and effective implementation.
  • Make decisions and approve exceptions in line with the Managing Partner’s priorities and the firm’s strategic goals.
  • Represent the Managing Partner in meetings, negotiations, and other forums as delegated.
  • Manage the financial aspects of the operational plan to ensure effective resource utilization.
  • Collaborate with finance to analyze legal spending patterns and routinely identify opportunities for cost savings.
Operational Oversight 
  • Lead and coordinate firm-wide projects, ensuring cross-departmental collaboration and accountability.
  • Monitor and track the progress of key initiatives, reporting updates and outcomes to the Managing Partner.
  • Manage resource allocation and immigration service provider relationships to   resolve bottlenecks or obstacles and achieve operational excellence, including efficiencies and cost savings.
Leadership & Team Engagement 
  • Act as a liaison between the Managing Partner and practice group leaders, department heads, and administrative teams to ensure seamless communication.
  • Drive alignment and accountability across senior leadership, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
  • Handle sensitive personnel matters and provide strategic guidance on organizational dynamics.
Decision-Making & Approvals 
  • Review and approve operational requests, budget exceptions, and other firm matters on behalf of the Managing Partner.
  • Ensure decisions align with the firm’s strategic goals, policies, and risk management frameworks.
Communication & Stakeholder Management 
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders seeking access to or decisions from the Managing Partner.
  • Draft communications, reports, and presentations on behalf of the Managing Partner.
  • Manage and prioritize the Managing Partner’s schedule, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
Qualifications: 
Experience: 10+ years of experience in a leadership, operational, or strategic role within a law firm, professional services organization, or similar high-performing environment.
 
Education: Bachelor’s degree required
 
Skills: 
  • Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
  • Solid understanding of law firm economics.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • High degree of discretion and ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.
Attributes: 
  • Proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented mindset.
  • High emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust across diverse groups.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
 
Reporting Relationship: 
  • The Chief of Staff reports directly to the Managing Partner and works closely with the firm’s executive committee, practice group leaders, and senior operations leaders.
 
Location: Dallas Preferred
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
  • Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis.
  • Able to perform general office administrative activities: copying, filing, delivering and using the telephone.
  • Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
  • Regular and on-time attendance.
  • Must be able to prioritized, schedule and complete testing required for multiple applications with overlapping schedules.
  • A certain degree of creativity and flexibility is required.
  • Hours may exceed 40 hours per week.
  • Occasional travel by conventional means including aircraft, motor vehicle and the like within the region and to other locations as required.
 
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.
 
Berry Appleman & Leiden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of BAL to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. BAL prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.
 
BAL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. BAL is under no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a current executed Recruitment Services Agreement. In the event a recruiter or agency submits an unsolicited resume or candidate without an agreement, BAL reserves the right to pursue and hire said candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of BAL. If your agency would like to be considered as a potential recruiting partner, please forward your contact information to [email protected].

WORKING CONDITIONS: Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time. Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis. Able to perform general office administrative activities: copying, filing, delivering and using the telephone. Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally. Regular and on-time attendance. Must be able to prioritized, schedule and complete testing required for multiple applications with overlapping schedules. A certain degree of creativity and flexibility is required. Hours may exceed 40 hours per week. Occasional travel by conventional means including aircraft, motor vehicle and the like within the region and to other locations as required.

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Berry Appleman & Leiden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of BAL to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. BAL prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

BAL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. BAL is under no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a current executed Recruitment Services Agreement. In the event a recruiter or agency submits an unsolicited resume or candidate without an agreement, BAL reserves the right to pursue and hire said candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of BAL. If your agency would like to be considered as a potential recruiting partner, please forward your contact information to [email protected].

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