Practice Manager

Practice Manager If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and enjoy supporting senior leaders, driving operational excellence and contributing to high profile client work, this role is for you. HKA is a leading global consultancy in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, expert witness and litigation support. We anticipate, investigate and resolve complex challenges by harnessing world-leading multi-disciplinary expertise and experience. As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty, dispute and overrun, and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide. Our experts have testified across the globe on many of the largest quantum, delay, engineering and commercial damages matters. As part of the HKA team you can expect: Play a pivotal role at the heart of our high-profile, fast-growing forensic accounting practice, working closely with Partners and senior leaders on complex and interesting matters. Shape how the team operates and evolves, with the ability to influence processes and see the impact of your work every day. Enjoy a varied, growth-focused role, that allows you to broaden your skill set and accelerate your career. The Opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for a Practice Manager to join our respected Forensic Accounting & Commercial Damages (FACD) practice. This is critical role responsible for enabling the smooth operation of a high-performing team. Working closely with Practice Leadership, you will work in close partnership with key Support Functions, which include; Business Support, Business Development, Marketing, People, Recruitment, Legal and IT to ensure a consistent, efficient and coordinated approach to operations. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and enjoy supporting senior leaders, driving operational excellence and contributing to high‑profile client work, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities: Act as the central link between Practice Leadership, Project Teams and Support Functions ensuring the effective day-to-day operations of the FACD practice, ensuring seamless support for Partners and senior leaders. Action the team strategy and market group activities across areas such as; commercial litigation, intellectual property, family law, class actions, tax disputes and more, as the practice continues to expand. Oversee resource planning by monitoring team availability, utilisation and project timelines to support effective allocation of work. Coordinate expert teams, tracking project schedules, key milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely, high-quality outcomes. Work closely with Partners and Support Functions to manage enquiries, maintain monitor the pipeline and order book, as well as oversee Business Development activities, whilst providing accurate reporting via Microsoft Excel or Power BI. Partner with the Marketing team to organise client-facing events including seminars, lunches, events, conferences and meetings. Skills and Experience: Ideally you will possess the following skills and experience: 5+ years’ experience working in a similar role in a professional services practice (legal, accounting, consulting or similar). Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships across teams and regions. A self-motivated, proactive mindset and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (e.g. Teams, Excel, Power BI). Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence. Experience using CRM systems to manage pipelines, projects or resources. What we offer: At HKA we recognise that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path. We also welcome conversations around part-time arrangements, including a 4-day working week. Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA. We are committed to responding to all applicants who apply by the closing date. CLOSING DATE: 21 June 2026. ED&I at HKA: HKA has a thriving ED&I committee working hard to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for a truly diverse set of employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy, please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information. All HKA employment decisions are firstly made on merit and shall be made without regard to age, disability, gender or gender reassignment, marriage, and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation, or any other basis in compliance with local legislation. Stay Alert: Protect Yourself from Phishing Scams Please be aware that HKA only publishes official job postings on our website (Join Us | HKA) and on verified job boards. We will never ask for sensitive personal information during the job application process. If you have any doubts, we recommend you visit our website to verify job listings before applying. If you would like more confirmation, please feel free to email us at [email protected] to check the authenticity of a job posting. Department Forensic Accounting & Commercial Damages (FACD) Locations Sydney, NSW Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time About HKA HKA is one of the world’s leading consultancy of choice for multi-disciplinary expert and specialist services in risk mitigation and dispute resolution within the capital projects and infrastructure sector. We also have experience advising clients on the economic impact of commercial and investment treaty disputes and in forensic accounting matters. As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty, dispute and overrun, and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide. Founded in 2017 Co-workers 1072