Legal Technology Solutions Specialist

About the Role

The role is highly consultative and strategic, requiring you to work closely with partners, fee earners, and clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. The team's success is built on a foundation of trust, open communication, and a shared passion for leveraging technology to drive legal excellence.

Digital Data Foundation is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, where each team member is empowered to grow professionally and contribute to the company's mission. As a Legal Technology Solutions Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the organization and the legal technology landscape as a whole.

What You Will Do

• Elicit requirements for new LegalTech solutions and enhancements to existing ones, ensuring that they meet the needs of stakeholders and align with the company's overall strategy.
• Act as a technical lead during the design, build, and delivery phases of key internal and client-facing solutions and managed services.
• Define the product/solution roadmap, including identifying future integration opportunities and ensuring that solutions are scalable and sustainable.
• Manage upgrades and system testing with suppliers, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal disruption to business operations.
• Serve as a Legal Technology ambassador and advisor, providing guidance on the best use and configuration of systems to meet challenges and provide solutions.
• Transition new technologies into operational support, defining support and system maintenance processes and practices, and developing best practice materials.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of client pitches, leveraging your technical expertise to showcase the value proposition of Digital Data Foundation's LegalTech solutions.
• Conduct legal technology market analysis and provide insights on market trends and product evolution, helping to inform the company's strategic decisions.
• Lead pre-project evaluations, effort estimations, and costings for key automation projects, ensuring that initiatives are well-planned and executed.
• Plan, design, build, and test complex automated documents and workflows, leveraging your technical skills to drive efficiency and innovation.
• Create, support, and maintain complex deal management and collaboration solutions, including configuring online data structures and data visualizations.

What We Are Looking For

• A Law or Computer Science graduate with 4-6 years of progressive experience in a LegalTech support position or professional services with solution design and digital transformation.
• Aptitude and willingness to learn new technologies quickly and develop new skills, with a strong foundation in Excel and Agile methodologies.
• Experience of supporting or using document automation and workflow automation technologies, such as Avvoka and Contract Express.
• Experience of leading or coordinating technical implementation projects, with a strong understanding of project management principles and practices.
• Experience of deal/transaction management tools, such as HighQ Collaborate and Legatics, and data extraction tools, such as Kira and RAVN.
• Project management qualification, such as PRINCE2 or Agile, is desirable but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice to Have

• Experience of working in a highly consultative and strategic role, with a strong understanding of the legal sector and its technological landscape.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and blockchain, and their potential applications in the legal sector.
• Experience of working with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development.
• A strong network of contacts within the legal technology community, with the ability to leverage these relationships to drive business growth.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to work with a dynamic and innovative company that is shaping the future of legal technology.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and open communication.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options, to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Access to the latest technologies and tools, with ongoing training and development opportunities to help you stay ahead of the curve.
• A comprehensive range of benefits, including health insurance, pension scheme, and paid time off, to support your well-being and financial security.
• The opportunity to work on high-profile projects and initiatives, making a meaningful impact on the legal technology landscape.

• Showcase your technical expertise in Excel and Agile methodologies, highlighting specific examples of how you have applied these skills in previous roles.
• Demonstrate your understanding of the legal technology landscape, including emerging trends and technologies, and explain how you stay up-to-date with industry developments.
• Prepare examples of times when you have driven innovation and adoption of new technologies, and be ready to discuss the challenges you faced and how you overcame them.
• Emphasize your ability to work in a highly consultative and strategic role, highlighting your experience of working with stakeholders at all levels and your strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience of working with cross-functional teams and your ability to navigate complex project management scenarios.
• Consider creating a portfolio or case studies that demonstrate your technical skills and experience, and be prepared to walk the interviewer through your thought process and problem-solving approach.
• Don't be afraid to ask questions during the interview, such as what a typical day looks like in the role or what opportunities there are for professional development and growth.