Legal Technology Business Partner
Application Deadline:
27 December 2024 Department:
Litigation Services and Dispute Resolution - Managed Legal Services - MLS Leadership - 3899 Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time Location:
Flexible Reporting To:
Emma Porter
Description
The successful candidate will be a driving force behind the ongoing management and growth of the IT & Legal Tech solutions offered via our Managed Legal Services business. The candidate will have a key client-facing role with our “Regulatory”, “General Counsel” and our “External” client base, providing assistance to the central IT team when requested. This role includes market engagement with technology providers, scoping projects directly with clients, and working with other internal stakeholders to find cost-efficient and compliant technological solutions that support our clients with their legal operational projects. The individual will be expected to manage and implement client-facing technological solutions in conjunction with our legal experts and our CIO team, optimizing the use of the tools already procured by the practice. They will also be responsible for liaising with our CIO and InfoSec teams to ensure good governance of all Managed Legal Services work from a technological perspective.
What you will be doing:
Market Engagement:
Representing the Managed Legal Services team across the Ampa Professional Services Group and more widely in the external market regarding technological and communication aspects of our client work. This will involve attending client briefings, events, and conferences, providing presentations, and developing thought leadership and other content. Horizon Scanning:
Working with our Knowledge Management and CIO team (as requested) to conduct horizon scanning, mapping the market, following key trends, conducting desktop research, meeting with Legal Tech companies, and understanding relevance to the Managed Legal Services offering. Collaboration:
Working closely with our CIO function and MLS business leaders to gather Requests for Change from the Managed Legal Services team and adhere to the change management committee process. Oversight of Delivery:
Overseeing the delivery of the Managed Legal Services offering in respect of all IT & Legal Tech concerns, including consulting with regulator clients, supporting data management, facilitating effective communication between teams, and contributing to the development of policies and procedures.
What you will need:
Proven experience in an IT consultancy, Legal Tech market, or IT leadership role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment. Able to operate independently in a lean, fast-paced environment. Outstanding organizational skills; able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and effectively. Strong understanding of IT project management methodologies and experience in overseeing complex IT projects. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts in easily understandable terms. Experience dealing with people at all levels of the firm. Experience working directly with clients. A passionate and positive attitude, naturally collaborative, proactive, and able to take ownership of existing processes and procedures. Demonstrated ability to think strategically, with a keen eye for identifying emerging technology trends. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to provide practical and innovative solutions. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization. In-depth knowledge of and experience with client portals, data rooms, AI contract review, and automation tools.
Key Competencies:
Strong facilitation skills. Excellent personal organization and the ability to prioritize and carry out multiple tasks. The ability to influence and drive projects to meet key milestones and overcome challenges. A desire to remain technically capable and an expert in current technologies.
Benefits, Agile Working, and Additional Information
We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work. We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it. We have hubs in Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leicester, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Solihull, Southampton, Stratford-upon-Avon, Lincoln, and Sheffield.
This role is a hybrid opportunity based from any of our UK hubs as a main base with the requirement to travel to client sites (UK wide) as and when required and often at short notice (2/3 times per month). There will also be the requirement to attend Senior Management meetings held at our Birmingham hub. Want to find out more about our
amazing benefits ? Additional Information:
Please be aware that for some vacancies, where we receive high numbers of applications, we may need to bring the close date forward. Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found
here . Equal Opportunities:
Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences.
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Application Deadline:
27 December 2024 Department:
Litigation Services and Dispute Resolution - Managed Legal Services - MLS Leadership - 3899 Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time Location:
Flexible Reporting To:
Emma Porter
Description
The successful candidate will be a driving force behind the ongoing management and growth of the IT & Legal Tech solutions offered via our Managed Legal Services business. The candidate will have a key client-facing role with our “Regulatory”, “General Counsel” and our “External” client base, providing assistance to the central IT team when requested. This role includes market engagement with technology providers, scoping projects directly with clients, and working with other internal stakeholders to find cost-efficient and compliant technological solutions that support our clients with their legal operational projects. The individual will be expected to manage and implement client-facing technological solutions in conjunction with our legal experts and our CIO team, optimizing the use of the tools already procured by the practice. They will also be responsible for liaising with our CIO and InfoSec teams to ensure good governance of all Managed Legal Services work from a technological perspective.
What you will be doing:
Market Engagement:
Representing the Managed Legal Services team across the Ampa Professional Services Group and more widely in the external market regarding technological and communication aspects of our client work. This will involve attending client briefings, events, and conferences, providing presentations, and developing thought leadership and other content. Horizon Scanning:
Working with our Knowledge Management and CIO team (as requested) to conduct horizon scanning, mapping the market, following key trends, conducting desktop research, meeting with Legal Tech companies, and understanding relevance to the Managed Legal Services offering. Collaboration:
Working closely with our CIO function and MLS business leaders to gather Requests for Change from the Managed Legal Services team and adhere to the change management committee process. Oversight of Delivery:
Overseeing the delivery of the Managed Legal Services offering in respect of all IT & Legal Tech concerns, including consulting with regulator clients, supporting data management, facilitating effective communication between teams, and contributing to the development of policies and procedures.
What you will need:
Proven experience in an IT consultancy, Legal Tech market, or IT leadership role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment. Able to operate independently in a lean, fast-paced environment. Outstanding organizational skills; able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and effectively. Strong understanding of IT project management methodologies and experience in overseeing complex IT projects. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts in easily understandable terms. Experience dealing with people at all levels of the firm. Experience working directly with clients. A passionate and positive attitude, naturally collaborative, proactive, and able to take ownership of existing processes and procedures. Demonstrated ability to think strategically, with a keen eye for identifying emerging technology trends. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to provide practical and innovative solutions. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization. In-depth knowledge of and experience with client portals, data rooms, AI contract review, and automation tools.
Key Competencies:
Strong facilitation skills. Excellent personal organization and the ability to prioritize and carry out multiple tasks. The ability to influence and drive projects to meet key milestones and overcome challenges. A desire to remain technically capable and an expert in current technologies.
Benefits, Agile Working, and Additional Information
We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work. We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it. We have hubs in Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leicester, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Solihull, Southampton, Stratford-upon-Avon, Lincoln, and Sheffield.
This role is a hybrid opportunity based from any of our UK hubs as a main base with the requirement to travel to client sites (UK wide) as and when required and often at short notice (2/3 times per month). There will also be the requirement to attend Senior Management meetings held at our Birmingham hub. Want to find out more about our
amazing benefits ? Additional Information:
Please be aware that for some vacancies, where we receive high numbers of applications, we may need to bring the close date forward. Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found
here . Equal Opportunities:
Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences.
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