Head of IT

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Head of IT to lead the IT department of a specialist law firm based in Central London. The firm is long-established and considered to be one of the leading legal experts in patent and trademark law. The business operates with around 300 staff, and had strategic alliances with other law firms in France, Germany, Switzerland and the USA.

The successful candidate for the Head of IT vacancy will be responsible for developing and implementing a new IT strategy, managing a team of IT professionals, and bringing IT services back in-house for the firm, which have previously been outsourced to a well-known provider.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a new IT strategy, really focused on improved agility and collaboration

• Lead and manage a team of approximately 15 IT professionals, including establishing DevOps

• Oversee a firm-wide technology refresh and implementation of new systems

• Collaborate with the Board/Management Executive Committee, providing VIP support

Experience as a senior IT professional or Head of IT in delivering IT services in a professional services environment, able to work with demanding stakeholders and high-level professionals

• Proficiency with Elite, Digital Dictation, Legal AI, Frayman, and Time Recording Systems

• Strong leadership and communication skills as a Head of IT

• Passion for driving innovation and growth within a professional firm

If you are a dynamic and experienced IT professional looking to make a significant impact within a prestigious law firm, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Head of IT opportunity.

Hunter Executive Search is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this role. We anticipate interviews will take place in the City of London in early January 2026.