Director of Systems and Solutions

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Kennedys is looking for a dynamic and experienced Director of Systems and Solutions to lead our IT systems and solutions team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and management of IT systems and solutions that support the firm's strategic objectives and operational needs. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of technology trends and innovations.

Team

Kennedys IT is responsible for the maintenance of IT systems and security across the firm, including its portfolio of managed bespoke and off-the-shelf applications . This role will work across all IT functions and, in the case of broader projects, occasionally with other teams within the firm.

The majority of the global IT team are in London and Chelmsford, although some staff are based in other UK and non-UK offices. As a team which provides truly global service, the team are used to working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for the design, implementation, and management of IT systems and solutions
• Manage resource allocation, project prioritisation, and budgeting for the systems and solutions team
• Oversee the development and implementation of IT systems and solutions that align with business objectives and enhance operational efficiency
• Ensure that systems and solutions are secure, scalable, and maintainable.

Required experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT systems and solutions development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong understanding of IT systems, software development, and project management methodologies
• Excellent knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in IT management tools and software
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)
• Experience in the legal or professional services industry
• Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL).

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.

*where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

About Kennedys

Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in dispute resolution and advisory services. With over 2,750 people worldwide across 45 offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and America we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field.

Our lawyers handle both contentious and non-contentious matters, and provide a range of specialist legal services, for many industry sectors but we have particular expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, especially in defending insurance and liability claims.

We're a fresh-thinking firm, and we're not afraid to bring challenging new perspectives to the table way beyond the traditional realm of legal services. We empower our clients with a diverse range of ideas, tools and technology to make their lives easier, as well as delivering exceptional results, every time.

What do we have to offer?

We welcome high-performing lawyers, business services professionals, secretaries, graduates and apprentices to join our rapidly expanding global firm. Whatever your role at Kennedys, you'll be involved in exciting and stimulating work, where your input will make a difference.

Our culture and values form a big part of who we are and we take them seriously. We make a difference by being approachable, straightforward, supportive and distinctive. Our values are at the core of who we are and what make us a great firm to work with and for.

The Firm recognises the value of investing in our people's development and believes our culture and values contribute to the quality of our work and of our client relationships. With a culture of on-the-job and experiential learning, peer to peer learning, mentoring, resources and tools that enable you to drive your career, we can support your development in your current and future roles. A variety of other opportunities are available including secondments to clients and our global offices.

We strive to celebrate diversity, empower our people and ensure everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. We've created a culture based on client service, professional excellence, hard work and trust, where diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a key priority. We recognise that many of our people want to work for an employer that is aligned to their values, which is why we are building an inclusive culture, decarbonising our operations and supporting our people to thrive at work. Our people are the key to driving this change and helping us to make a difference to our clients, our people and the communities in which we live and work.

Kennedys is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. We expect all employees to be aware of and comply with all relevant policies and procedures within their jurisdiction, including those relating to Information Security, Data Protection and Quality Management, refer any breach promptly to Risk & Compliance and to complete all mandatory training when requested.

Documents

• PDF Director of Systems and Solutions- August 2024.pdf (77.17 KB)