Application Support & Developer

A leading London law firm is seeking an Application Support/Developer to be responsible for the support for the administration and optimisation of the businesses databases. They will also be required to support key applications including the firm's Case Management System (Inprotech), Document Management System (iManage Worksite), Microsoft SQL Server and other core systems.

This role is paying up to £70,000 plus very good benefits including hybrid working (2 days working from home 3 days in the central London office).

The role-holder will be responsible for:

• Providing application configuration and maintenance of business systems, including CPA Inprotech Case Management software, iManage Worksite Document Management Systems (client and server side)
• Developing MS Office applications including templates, data injection and automation.
• Assisting with improving the efficiency and productivity of staff using IT applications and manipulating information.
• Liaising with the end users, Inprotech Development Analysts, Partners (including the Partner responsible for Inprotech) and the Senior Software Developer to understand business requirements and deliver solutions
• Under instruction from the Applications and Development Manager, manage and optimise the various SQL Server databases
• Maintain application security and data privacy in line with IS027001 standards, applying secure coding practices and ensuring compliance with firm security standards
• Liaise with other functions within the Technology Team and Finance.
• Design new and maintain Microsoft Office templates with data integrated from other data sources.

Must Have:

• Experience of working in a Legal services/Law firm/Professional Services environment
• Strong Microsoft SQL Server experience (querying, basic optimisation, T-SQL)
• Proven experience in supporting and maintaining business applications (not just development)
• Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, VBA, or VBScript)
• Familiarity with Microsoft environments (Office 365, Windows Server, Active Directory)
• Strong communication skills and experience working with end users and senior stakeholders
• MS Server 2016 network administration (AD, groups, security, etc.) including Exchange
• Knowledge of IIS configuration and management

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Inprotech, iManage applications (front & back end) version 11 onwards
• Understanding of data security and compliance, including ISO27001 or secure coding practices
• SQL Server development skills (stored procedures, triggers, performance tuning)
• Experience with SSRS reporting
• Exposure to IIS, HTML, CSS, or web-based systems