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Charles Russell Speechlys

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need e-discovery and legal tech experience, project management skills, a grasp of emerging technologies, and the ability to collaborate effectively and analyze systems.
  • You will manage legal technology projects, support users, advocate for tech adoption, provide training, collaborate on solutions, and ensure compliance with legal standards.

Requirements

  • Experience and proficiency in the use of e-discovery, bundling and e-signature tools an advantage
  • Knowledge of Generative AI, document automation and low-code app building tools an advantage
  • A clear aptitude for working with new and emerging technologies
  • Experience in managing and delivering projects
  • Previous experience in legal technology or in an administrative role supporting litigation and dispute resolution matters within a law firm
  • The ability to develop a deep understanding of how lawyers work in order to advise on how Legal Technology can improve existing processes or client experience
  • Ability to collaborate effectively, professionally, and diplomatically across departments
  • Credible, articulate and comfortable with systems, data and analysis
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects and tasks in direct response to business needs within the firm, delivering within agreed timeframes and keeping to expected budget.
  • Act as first line contact for users should they need assistance with day-to-day technology queries with particular focus supporting our Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice and related technologies.
  • Promote, grow and support usage of all of our Legal Technology within the firm and with clients.
  • A strong and enthusiastic advocate for the use of Legal Technology developing clear processes for the introduction and embedding of Legal Technology in new areas.
  • Act as a subject matter expert within the firm ensuring value from existing software as well as monitoring the market for new tools and developments, and contributing to discussions on future investment.
  • Work collaboratively with Learning & Development and the Head of Legal Technology to develop training and best practice around Legal Technology for lawyers and others in the firm.
  • Work collaboratively with IT and the Solution Development team to develop practical solutions for client facing business issues.
  • Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Legal Technologist?

The primary responsibility of the Senior Legal Technologist is to manage projects and tasks in response to business needs within the firm, particularly focusing on delivering support for the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice and related technologies.

What teams will the Senior Legal Technologist collaborate with?

The Senior Legal Technologist will collaborate with the Legal Project Management, Paralegal Management, Process Improvement, Solution Development teams, as well as IT and Learning & Development.

What kind of technology will the Senior Legal Technologist need to support?

The Senior Legal Technologist will need to support various Legal Technology tools, particularly e-discovery, bundling, e-signature tools, Generative AI, document automation, and low-code app building tools.

What qualifications are required for this role?

The role requires experience in legal technology or in an administrative role supporting litigation and dispute resolution within a law firm, proficiency in managing and delivering projects, and a strong aptitude for working with new and emerging technologies.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours for this position are full-time.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in London.

What is the contract type for this role?

The contract type for this role is permanent and full-time.

What skills are emphasized in the person specification for this role?

Key skills emphasized include strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, the ability to work collaboratively across departments, and a credible, articulate presence when dealing with systems, data, and analysis.

How does the firm expect the Senior Legal Technologist to contribute to client experience?

The Senior Legal Technologist is expected to develop a deep understanding of how lawyers work to advise on how Legal Technology can improve existing processes and enhance client experience.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary is competitive, though specific figures are not provided in the job description.

Charles Russell Speechlys

Here today for your tomorrow

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Charles Russell Speechlys is a law firm headquartered in London with offices in the UK, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We have an unusually broad range of skills and experience across the full spectrum of business and personal needs. This gives us a wider perspective, clear insight and a strongly commercial long-term view. We use this approach to secure the growth of our clients as they move confidently into the future. It has made us a leader in the world of dynamic growth and family businesses, and among the world’s leading creators and owners of private wealth and their families. Major corporates and institutions find our more considered and personal approach a refreshing alternative to conventional business law firms.