Andrea is the Practice Manager at Sutcliffe Matson Law, an Auckland law firm specialising in property and conveyancing, family law, commercial law, and wills and estates. She keeps the business side of the firm running smoothly, overseeing HR, payroll, IT, compliance, marketing, business development, and operational improvement. Working closely with directors, lawyers, and support staff, she ensures the team has the systems, resources, and support to deliver an exceptional client experience.
Known for her organised, creative, and solutions-focused approach, Andrea enjoys finding practical ways to improve how the firm operates. Whether streamlining a process, implementing new systems, solving technology challenges, or developing marketing initiatives, she constantly looks for opportunities to make things work better for clients and colleagues. Recently, she has improved internal systems and training, client payment processes, and strengthened the firm's marketing and brand presence.
Andrea's career combines business operations with creativity. She has worked in administration, marketing, communications, and business management, giving her a broad understanding of how successful businesses operate and grow. Alongside her role at Sutcliffe Matson Law, she owns and operates a marketing and graphic design business, working with clients on branding, graphic design, social media, digital marketing, and business communications. She loves being able to create something from scratch, whether that's a new brand, a marketing campaign, or a design that brings an idea to life.
She is dedicated to helping businesses and people succeed and takes particular satisfaction in supporting the firm's team so they can perform at their best. Her colleagues describe her as organised, creative, and kind, qualities that are reflected in both her leadership style and the relationships she builds within the firm.
Outside the office, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family and dogs, travelling, staying active, and supporting her children's sporting commitments. She has a passion for gardening and home improvement projects and enjoys finding creative ways to make spaces more functional and inviting. Many people are surprised to learn that alongside managing the day-to-day operations of a busy law firm, she also runs her own marketing and graphic design business. She is a strong advocate for good coffee and firmly believes every great day starts with a well-written to-do list.