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Job Title
Head of IT Strategy & Architecture
Closing Date
30-May-2024
Department
IT
Job Location
Bristol; London
Role
Business Services
Description
Osborne Clarke are seeking an
experienced Head of IT Strategy & Architecture to join our
growing IT department in either our Bristol or London office.
This newly created position will play
a crucial role in translating the firm's vision and strategy into
tangible IT deliverables, aligning technologies with business
initiatives by developing the IT strategy, defining architecture
principles and standards and overseeing the design and
implementation of IT solutions.
This a permanent position offering
hybrid working.
The role
The Head of IT Strategy &
Architecture will lead the governance of strategy & architecture
across the IT function, defining strategies and mapping
architectural design to ensure technology solutions are aligned to
business goals.
Other key responsibilities include:
IT Architecture Design: Defining and maintaining
the IT architecture framework, ensuring scalability, reliability,
and security of systems. Developing technology roadmaps and
standards to guide technology investments and implementations
Business Alignment: Collaborating with business
leaders to understand their needs, identifying opportunities for
technology-driven solutions, and ensuring IT initiatives support
business objectives
Innovation and Emerging Technologies: Staying
updated on emerging technologies, assessing their potential impact
on the organisation, and making recommendations for adoption or
integration to drive innovation and competitive advantage
IT Governance: Establishing and enforcing IT
governance processes, policies, and standards to ensure effective
decision-making, risk management, and compliance with regulations
and industry best practices
Vendor Management: Evaluating and selecting
technology vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor
relationships to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services
Team Leadership: Leading and managing the IT
strategy and architecture team, providing guidance, mentoring, and
fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Stakeholder Engagement: Engaging with key
stakeholders, including senior executives, department heads, and
external partners, to understand their requirements, gain buy-in,
and ensuring effective communication and collaboration
Budgeting and Resource Management: Developing and
managing the IT strategy and architecture budget, ensuring optimal
utilisation of resources and cost-effective technology investments
Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establishing
metrics and performance indicators to monitor the effectiveness of
IT strategy and architecture initiatives. Providing regular reports
and updates to senior management on progress, risks, and opportunities.
We are looking for
Experience in IT strategy
development, enterprise architecture, and technology planning.
Strong knowledge of emerging
technologies, industry trends, and best practices in IT strategy
and architecture, including emerging legal technology trends, such
as artificial intelligence (AI) in legal research, contract
analysis, and predictive analytics.
Excellent leadership and people
management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
Strong business acumen and the
ability to align IT initiatives with organisational goals
Exceptional communication and
stakeholder management skills
Proven experience in vendor
management, contract negotiation, and relationship building
Strategic thinking and
problem-solving abilities
Project management skills and the
ability to drive multiple initiatives simultaneously
Knowledge of IT governance
frameworks and regulatory compliance
Relevant qualifications and
certifications in IT strategy, enterprise architecture, or related fields
Technical Skills
Familiarity with legal-specific
software and solutions such as document management systems,
e-discovery tools, case management systems, contract management
platforms, and legal research databases
Knowledge of legal compliance
requirements specific to the legal industry, including data
protection regulations (e.g., GDPR), confidentiality, and client
data management
Understanding of process automation
tools and workflow management systems to streamline legal
processes, improve efficiency, and reduce manual work
Proficiency in using legal research
databases and resources to support legal professionals in
conducting legal research, case analysis, and precedent identification.
Expertise in implementing robust
information security measures tailored to the legal industry,
including secure client communication, secure file sharing, and
protection of sensitive legal documents
Knowledge of project management
methodologies and tools specifically applied to legal projects,
including matter management, budgeting, and resource allocation
Understanding of electronic court
filing systems and processes to facilitate electronic submission
of legal documents and compliance with court requirements.
Ability to leverage legal analytics
tools and reporting platforms to extract insights, track legal
performance metrics, and support data-driven decision-making.
Legal Industry Regulations:
Familiarity with regulations specific to the legal industry, such
as legal professional privilege, data retention requirements, and
conflict of interest rules.
Salary and benefits
We offer competitive salaries and
generous benefits
For more information or to apply
We would very much welcome your
application using the link provided. Should you have any questions
about the role, or would like to find out more about the firm,
please contact Dan Jones at dan.jones@osborneclarke.com.
At Osborne Clarke we value difference
and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities,
disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic
orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you
can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest
groups and diversity networks - not to mention
our great teams - are a part of making that a reality.
Being an inclusive employer is important to
us and we are committed to ensuring every applicant's recruitment
experience is free from unnecessary barriers. We have made a number
of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and
Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like
Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. We want you to be
able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you
require any adjustments to be made during the
application, interview process or when working with us, please let
us know.
If you have a dis/ability+, to
include physical disability, hidden disability, long-term health
condition or neurodivergence and meet the requirements listed in
this job advert, we would be delighted to offer you a guaranteed
interview. We want you to be able to show us your best during the
recruitment process.
We support working families via a
range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate
flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of
our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business
Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer
free initiatives and flexible
benefits to all our people.
Although we include closing dates for
our roles as a guide, we review and progress applications on a
rolling basis.
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