Law Firm Director of Operations
Full Time • San Antonio
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for building operational excellence? Do you thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments? Our growing boutique law firm in San Antonio is seeking a Director of Operations to join our leadership team and help drive our next phase of growth.
About Us:
We’re a dynamic, client-focused law firm that’s redefining what it means to practice law in a boutique setting. As we scale, we are committed to maintaining our high-touch, personalized approach while building efficient, sustainable systems that support our team and clients. We run on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), and we’re looking for someone who understands and embraces this structure.
The Role:
As Director of Operations, you will serve as the Integrator—translating vision into execution, aligning departments, and driving accountability. This is a key leadership role with high impact and visibility, reporting directly to the firm’s Managing Partner.
Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day firm operations across departments (HR, finance, IT, legal support, client services)
- Manage quarterly and annual goals using EOS tools (Rocks, Scorecard, L10 meetings, etc.)
- Collaborate closely with the Managing Partner (Visionary) to implement firm strategy and growth initiatives
- Improve internal systems, processes, and firm-wide efficiency
- Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and high performance
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, and team development with a focus on values and culture fit
What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years in an operations leadership role (legal industry experience a strong plus)
- Strong familiarity with or certification in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)
- Proven track record of building and leading teams in a scaling environment
- Exceptional communicator and systems thinker
- Values-driven leader who thrives in a collaborative, ownership-minded culture
- Experience with legal tech tools (Clio, PracticePanther, NetDocuments, etc.) a bonus
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-driven firm with a strong culture and clear vision
- Enjoy the agility and close-knit environment of a boutique practice—with the ambition and infrastructure of a scaling company
- Make a tangible impact as we grow
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and flexibility
📍 Location: San Antonio, TX (some hybrid flexibility available)
📅 Schedule: Full-time
📅 Schedule: Full-time
Ready to Help Us Build Something Great?
To apply, please submit your resume and a short cover letter to TessmerLawFirmMarketing@gmail.com telling us why you’re the right fit for this role—and what excites you about EOS and operational leadership in a legal environment.
You are more than just a number. Your case is more than just a job. We value every individual that crosses our path, and we aim to provide the best outcome for every case. Tessmer Law Firm, PLLC is owned and operated by Heather Clement Tessmer, attorney at law. She has over 20 years of experience practicing law. Heather graduated from St. Mary’s University Law School and began her career as an attorney in 1999. In 2001, she relocated with her family to San Angelo, Texas, where she opened her own office. In 2005, Heather moved back to the San Antonio area, opening her first office in Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas. Since 2005, Tessmer Law Firm has continuously grown and is now headquartered at the Northwest Center building in San Antonio, Texas.
Heather wanted to create a law firm that made every client feel like family. She has put an end to the stereotypical view of a lawyer and law firm. By adopting an inclusive, diverse, female-led, compassionate, and strong environment, Heather changed the lives of her employees, peers, and clients. Known for her edgy “Ever Argue With A Woman?” ad campaign, Heather offers legal services statewide and is board certified in Family Law. Tessmer Law Firm, PLLC will be your forever firm, assisting you through all facets of family law, estate planning, personal injury, and so much more!
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