IT Systems & Data Engineer (Legal Sector)

We are a well-established and progressive firm of solicitors looking to recruit an experienced IT Systems & Data Engineer to play a key in-house role supporting and developing our technology landscape.This is not a helpdesk-only role. You will work closely with directors, fee earners and external IT partners to ensure our systems are reliable, well-governed and capable of supporting a modern legal practice., You will be responsible for:

• Day-to-day ownership and development of the firm's IT systems, working alongside a co-managed external IT provider
• Supporting and improving our legal case management and document management systems
• Writing, reviewing and optimising SQL queries, reports and data extracts to support management reporting, compliance and operational insight
• Acting as the internal technical lead on system issues, upgrades and integrations
• Liaising with external suppliers on escalation, performance and improvements
• Ensuring data security, integrity and audit readiness in a regulated (SRA) environment
• Translating technical issues into clear, practical advice for non-technical users

Do you have experience in SQL?, We would particularly like to hear from candidates with:

• Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment (highly desirable)
• Strong working knowledge of SQL and relational databases
• Experience supporting case management / practice management systems
• A solid understanding of Microsoft 365, Windows environments and cloud-based services (e.g. Azure)
• Confidence working independently as the firm's in-house IT specialist
• The ability to communicate clearly with both technical suppliers and non-technical colleagues

Pulled from the full job description

• Sick pay
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• On-site parking, * Influential, trusted role with real autonomy
• Direct access to senior management and decision-making
• Opportunity to shape how technology is used across the firm
• Stable, professional environment with long-term prospects
• Competitive salary, reflecting experience, with flexibility for the right candidate