Karen joined Reeds Solicitors LLP in 2018 as Office Manager for the Bristol, Keynsham and Weston-super-Mare offices. She later expanded her responsibilities to include the Complex Crime Team, with oversight of the Manchester and London offices. Karen subsequently progressed into senior management and now holds the role of Practice Manager.
Karen is an experienced and accomplished manager, bringing over twenty five years of experience across general management, customer service, finance, and HR. She is an accredited trainer with a background in AAT finance and management.
In her role at Reeds, Karen has a varied and integral remit. She holds overall responsibility for the management of the Practice along with Luanne Reed Waller and the services it delivers, while continuing to oversee the Complex Crime Department.
Karen is a key member of the firm’s senior management team and manages and supports the network of Office Managers across the business. She also plays a central role in maintaining standards and compliance, including responsibility for the firm’s annual Lexcel accreditation.
In addition, Karen oversees the general administration of the firm. She also directly supervises the Office Managers for the Bristol, Keynsham and Gloucester offices and the Reception Team Manager.
Karen is experienced, resilient, energetic, and highly organised, with strong leadership and team-building skills. Throughout her career, she has successfully managed multiple projects and programmes, working closely with key stakeholders and influencing positive outcomes. She thrives in a fast-paced environment where deadlines and targets are a constant focus.
She brings a broad skill set and is passionate about supporting staff development, encouraging collaboration, and helping individuals and teams to grow and succeed.