Senior Software Analyst

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Brodies LLP is a prominent UK law firm headquartered in Scotland, that provides expert advice to UK and international clients.

We have the capability and expertise to deliver mandates with global reach, uniting specialist perspectives from across our firm to offer bespoke legal solutions and advice, resulting in impactful outcomes for our clients.

With offices in London and throughout Scotland, we are dedicated to driving innovation in the legal sector, leveraging new technologies and forward-thinking strategies to deliver exceptional value and efficiency for our clients.

Our contract with our people underlines our commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, prioritising the wellbeing and development of our colleagues to ensure they thrive both personally and professionally.

We are also deeply committed to making a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work. Through our pro bono work, charitable activities, and initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion, we strive to contribute meaningfully to society.

JOB TITLE

SENIOR SOFTWARE ANALYST

Based in Edinburgh / Remote

REPORTING TO

Head of Data & Engineering

JOB PURPOSE

The role of the Senior Software Analyst is to be part of a small, but busy, team of system analysts, delivering support and technical expertise on the multiple systems supported by the Brodies Innovation and Technology Team.
The role will involve leading implementation upgrade projects, liaising with partners and vendors, working with 2nd line support team, and helping to prioritise and manage the team's workload. As the Senior Software Analyst, you will be responsible for making sure work is delivered in a timely fashion, and to a high standard.

CORE TASKS

• Manage the administration of our core systems
• Drive the innovation with the team around processes and software
• Perform upgrades and software maintenance
• Identify areas for automation and lead in their implementation
• Provide user support
• Problem reporting and escalation
• Be aware of Brodies' information security policies, and protect information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction, or interference always.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Organised and able to prioritise own workload
• Enthusiastic, responsible, flexible and accountable
• Professional attitude to work, presentation and manner
• Ability to lead others and coach and mentor other team members
• Experience of working in a law or other professional services firm (desirable, but not essential)

SKILLS

Required Skills

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 Products and Platforms
• Experience in systems administration, including installation and upgrades
• Ability to analyse user challenges and define innovative solutions to these
• Excellent work management skills, including prioritising your work and that of others

Desirable Skills

• Experience administrating iManage
• Experience within the legal services industry
• Knowledge of Power Platform
• Knowledge of PowerShell