Department/Division: Clients & Markets Duration: Permanent Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow Reports to: Senior Business Development Manager Type of Role: Hybrid Reference no.: 9943 The Role Dentons is at an exciting time in its strategy and a major focus on marketing and business development activity is seen as crucial to its growth. The Business Development Manager will provide support on marketing and business development activity across the Employment & Pensions team. The role will be focused on delivering strategic objectives in relation to practice initiatives, including proposals, events, sponsorship management, client relationship management and client targeting. Responsibilities Developing and managing campaigns, ensuring full alignment between the Employment & Pensions practice group and firm's strategic objectives. Working with the Senior Business Development Manager to deliver large scale, cross practice campaigns. Managing the RFPs and opportunities that come into the practice group, including preparation of information for wider regional and global proposals as required. Support on the management of key clients and panel appointments. Working with partners to implement their personal and practice business plans. Build a good understanding of the market and offer informed advice based on that knowledge. Undertaking research to identify reasons to get in touch with strategic clients. Assisting partners and their teams to prepare for BD meetings to ensure the best possible interaction including preparation of any materials and credentials. Developing high quality promotional materials that convey our market proposition to clients and targets, ensuring this content is replicated on our systems and promoted where needed through internal communications channels. Ensuring we undertake client feedback as part of our wider programme. Events, directories and market development: Working with the Events team and Practice Support Executives as relevant, manage the planning and implementation of effective client events, both in person and virtual. Qualifying proposals for new events in line with our strategic objectives and our wider event programme. Drafting invitations and creating bespoke target lists for each event. Organising all logistics (including webinar set up where relevant) and work with Practice Support Executives to carry out the event. Sourcing client entertainment options and enhancing hospitality opportunities through ongoing or potential new sponsorships. Ensuring that we enhance the client engagement opportunities afforded by events and sponsorships. Measuring ROI by ensuring data is captured through our CRM system following the event and ensuring leads are followed up on. Management of the legal directory and awards submissions process, co ordinating submissions, balancing opportunities to promote individual and firm rankings, and ensuring input across firmwide directories. Other responsibilities: Working closely and collaborating with our core Business Development team and wider Clients & Markets team. Working with the Clients & Markets team in Warsaw to co ordinate contributions and input into business development systems including our CRM system, our global credentials, proposals and CV databases. Monitoring business development spends against budget. Ad hoc projects as required. Required experience, skills, and attributes Significant relevant marketing and organisational experience. Experience of working in a legal and/or professional services environment. Understands when to act and when to ask. Builds trust amongst fee earning teams and wider stakeholder community. Understands the need and has the ability to manage expectations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Willingness to take on additional responsibility and assist where needed. Sound working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and LinkedIn. Qualification Requirements of the Role Graduate calibre with demonstrable and/or professionally recognised marketing or communications qualification (such as CIM, etc.). Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone, including those of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurotype, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We are also "Happy to Talk Flexible Working" and welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements. Dentons is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates with a disability may choose to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme. We will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Where application volumes are high, we may offer interviews to those who best meet the minimum criteria, consistent with our approach for all candidates. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.
29/05/2026
Full time
Department/Division: Clients & Markets Duration: Permanent Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow Reports to: Senior Business Development Manager Type of Role: Hybrid Reference no.: 9943 The Role Dentons is at an exciting time in its strategy and a major focus on marketing and business development activity is seen as crucial to its growth. The Business Development Manager will provide support on marketing and business development activity across the Employment & Pensions team. The role will be focused on delivering strategic objectives in relation to practice initiatives, including proposals, events, sponsorship management, client relationship management and client targeting. Responsibilities Developing and managing campaigns, ensuring full alignment between the Employment & Pensions practice group and firm's strategic objectives. Working with the Senior Business Development Manager to deliver large scale, cross practice campaigns. Managing the RFPs and opportunities that come into the practice group, including preparation of information for wider regional and global proposals as required. Support on the management of key clients and panel appointments. Working with partners to implement their personal and practice business plans. Build a good understanding of the market and offer informed advice based on that knowledge. Undertaking research to identify reasons to get in touch with strategic clients. Assisting partners and their teams to prepare for BD meetings to ensure the best possible interaction including preparation of any materials and credentials. Developing high quality promotional materials that convey our market proposition to clients and targets, ensuring this content is replicated on our systems and promoted where needed through internal communications channels. Ensuring we undertake client feedback as part of our wider programme. Events, directories and market development: Working with the Events team and Practice Support Executives as relevant, manage the planning and implementation of effective client events, both in person and virtual. Qualifying proposals for new events in line with our strategic objectives and our wider event programme. Drafting invitations and creating bespoke target lists for each event. Organising all logistics (including webinar set up where relevant) and work with Practice Support Executives to carry out the event. Sourcing client entertainment options and enhancing hospitality opportunities through ongoing or potential new sponsorships. Ensuring that we enhance the client engagement opportunities afforded by events and sponsorships. Measuring ROI by ensuring data is captured through our CRM system following the event and ensuring leads are followed up on. Management of the legal directory and awards submissions process, co ordinating submissions, balancing opportunities to promote individual and firm rankings, and ensuring input across firmwide directories. Other responsibilities: Working closely and collaborating with our core Business Development team and wider Clients & Markets team. Working with the Clients & Markets team in Warsaw to co ordinate contributions and input into business development systems including our CRM system, our global credentials, proposals and CV databases. Monitoring business development spends against budget. Ad hoc projects as required. Required experience, skills, and attributes Significant relevant marketing and organisational experience. Experience of working in a legal and/or professional services environment. Understands when to act and when to ask. Builds trust amongst fee earning teams and wider stakeholder community. Understands the need and has the ability to manage expectations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Willingness to take on additional responsibility and assist where needed. Sound working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and LinkedIn. Qualification Requirements of the Role Graduate calibre with demonstrable and/or professionally recognised marketing or communications qualification (such as CIM, etc.). Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone, including those of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurotype, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We are also "Happy to Talk Flexible Working" and welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements. Dentons is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates with a disability may choose to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme. We will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Where application volumes are high, we may offer interviews to those who best meet the minimum criteria, consistent with our approach for all candidates. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.
Department/Division: Clients & Markets Duration: Permanent Location: London Reports to: Senior Business Development Manager Type of Role: Hybrid Reference number: 9941 The Role Dentons is at an exciting time in its strategy and a major focus on marketing and business development activity is seen as crucial to its growth. The Business Development Manager will provide support on marketing and business development activity across the Restructuring - Banking and Finance team. The role will be focused on delivering strategic objectives in relation to practice initiatives; including proposals, events, sponsorship management, client relationship management and client targeting. Responsibilities Developing and managing campaigns, ensuring full alignment between the Restructuring - Banking and Finance practice group and firm's strategic objectives. Working with the Senior Business Development Manager to deliver large scale, cross-practice campaigns. Managing the RFPs and opportunities that come into the practice group, including preparation of information for wider regional and global proposals as required. Support on the management of key clients and panel appointments. Working with partners to implement their personal and practice business plans. Build a good understanding of the market and offer informed advice based on that knowledge. Undertaking research to identify reasons to get in touch with strategic clients. Assisting partners and their teams to prepare for BD meetings to ensure the best possible interaction including preparation of any materials and credentials. Developing high-quality promotional materials that convey our market proposition to clients and targets, ensuring this content is replicated on our systems and promoted where needed through internal communications channels. Ensuring we undertake client feedback as part of our wider programme. Events, directories and market development Working with the Events team and Practice Support Executives as relevant, manage the planning and implementation of effective client events, both in person and virtual. Qualifying proposals for new events in line with our strategic objectives and our wider event programme. Drafting invitations and creating bespoke target lists for each event. Organising all logistics (including webinar set up where relevant) and work with Practice Support Executives to carry out the event. Sourcing client entertainment options and enhancing hospitality opportunities through ongoing or potential new sponsorships. Ensuring that we enhance the client engagement opportunities afforded by events and sponsorships. Measuring ROI by ensuring data is captured through our CRM system following the event and ensuring leads are followed up on. Management of the legal directory and awards submissions process, co ordinating submissions, balancing opportunities to promote individual and firm rankings, and ensuring input across firmwide directories. Other responsibilities Working closely and collaborating with our core Business Development team and wider Clients & Markets team. Working with the Clients & Markets team in Warsaw to co ordinate contributions and input into business development systems including our CRM system, our global credentials, proposals and CV databases. Monitoring business development spend against budget. Ad hoc projects as required. Required experience, skills, and attributes Significant relevant marketing and organisational experience. Experience of working in a legal and/or professional services environment. Understands when to act and when to ask. Builds trust amongst fee earning teams and wider stakeholder community. Understands the need and has the ability to manage expectations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Willingness to take on additional responsibility and assist where needed. Sound working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and LinkedIn. Qualification Requirements of the Role Graduate calibre with demonstrable and/or professionally recognised marketing or communications qualification (such as CIM, etc.). Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from everyone including those of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurotype, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. Dentons is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
29/05/2026
Full time
Department/Division: Clients & Markets Duration: Permanent Location: London Reports to: Senior Business Development Manager Type of Role: Hybrid Reference number: 9941 The Role Dentons is at an exciting time in its strategy and a major focus on marketing and business development activity is seen as crucial to its growth. The Business Development Manager will provide support on marketing and business development activity across the Restructuring - Banking and Finance team. The role will be focused on delivering strategic objectives in relation to practice initiatives; including proposals, events, sponsorship management, client relationship management and client targeting. Responsibilities Developing and managing campaigns, ensuring full alignment between the Restructuring - Banking and Finance practice group and firm's strategic objectives. Working with the Senior Business Development Manager to deliver large scale, cross-practice campaigns. Managing the RFPs and opportunities that come into the practice group, including preparation of information for wider regional and global proposals as required. Support on the management of key clients and panel appointments. Working with partners to implement their personal and practice business plans. Build a good understanding of the market and offer informed advice based on that knowledge. Undertaking research to identify reasons to get in touch with strategic clients. Assisting partners and their teams to prepare for BD meetings to ensure the best possible interaction including preparation of any materials and credentials. Developing high-quality promotional materials that convey our market proposition to clients and targets, ensuring this content is replicated on our systems and promoted where needed through internal communications channels. Ensuring we undertake client feedback as part of our wider programme. Events, directories and market development Working with the Events team and Practice Support Executives as relevant, manage the planning and implementation of effective client events, both in person and virtual. Qualifying proposals for new events in line with our strategic objectives and our wider event programme. Drafting invitations and creating bespoke target lists for each event. Organising all logistics (including webinar set up where relevant) and work with Practice Support Executives to carry out the event. Sourcing client entertainment options and enhancing hospitality opportunities through ongoing or potential new sponsorships. Ensuring that we enhance the client engagement opportunities afforded by events and sponsorships. Measuring ROI by ensuring data is captured through our CRM system following the event and ensuring leads are followed up on. Management of the legal directory and awards submissions process, co ordinating submissions, balancing opportunities to promote individual and firm rankings, and ensuring input across firmwide directories. Other responsibilities Working closely and collaborating with our core Business Development team and wider Clients & Markets team. Working with the Clients & Markets team in Warsaw to co ordinate contributions and input into business development systems including our CRM system, our global credentials, proposals and CV databases. Monitoring business development spend against budget. Ad hoc projects as required. Required experience, skills, and attributes Significant relevant marketing and organisational experience. Experience of working in a legal and/or professional services environment. Understands when to act and when to ask. Builds trust amongst fee earning teams and wider stakeholder community. Understands the need and has the ability to manage expectations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Willingness to take on additional responsibility and assist where needed. Sound working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and LinkedIn. Qualification Requirements of the Role Graduate calibre with demonstrable and/or professionally recognised marketing or communications qualification (such as CIM, etc.). Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from everyone including those of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurotype, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. Dentons is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
Department/Division: Risk and Compliance Duration: Permanent Location: London/Glasgow Reports to: Senior Conflicts Officer Team Leader Direct Reports: None Type of Role: Hybrid Requisition no: 9805 The Team Risk management and regulatory compliance are critical to our organisation and are increasingly complex. To meet these challenges, we have a dedicated Risk and Compliance (R&C) function. R&C work to ensure that legal and professional practice across Dentons is conducted in a professional, compliant, and risk-based manner balancing our ethical obligations with business needs. R&C comprises of two dedicated teams - Conflicts and Anti Money Laundering. It is staffed with more than 40 compliance professionals based in London, Warsaw, Dubai, Doha, Glasgow and remotely in the UK. The role of the Conflicts Team is to ensure Dentons complies with ethical obligations in particular conflicts of interest and confidentiality rules, commercial issues, as well as other compliance issues related to lateral hire clearances, new client matters, outside counsel guidelines and more. By doing this we provide the highest standard of service to the business. The Role Conflicts Administrators ensure Dentons is compliant with the applicable legislative requirements alongside appropriately managing commercial conflicts in line with Dentons global strategy and conflicts policies. This involves making sure effective compliance controls and procedures are in place, to ensure the avoidance of conflicts of interest and the protection of confidential information. Responsibilities Using the Firm's global conflicts and new matter opening system and other internal/external systems to review and analyse data. Reviewing and clearing low complexity conflict checks, this includes managing legal and commercial issues across the Dentons network and the consideration of potential business conflicts in line with Dentons global strategies. Taking ownership of conflict checks throughout the entirety of the conflict checking process from the initial review through to conflicts clearance. Providing clear and concise escalations to senior members of the team when required. Identifying sanctions related issues and escalating as required to the Financial Crime Team. Adhering to Dentons' internal compliance policies and procedures. Engaging in discussions with fee earners to ascertain the presence of any legal or commercial conflicts or confidential information issues, and if so possible resolutions. Ensuring internal conflict flags are up to date and relevant. Creation and ongoing management of information barriers. To help ensure that the daily high-volume workflow is progressed in a timely manner and in line with agreed timelines. Dealing with the ongoing management of matters. Assisting with Department Projects and Initiatives. Helping with other duties that may be assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position. Supporting team management as required. Required experience, skills and attributes Technical skills Educated to bachelor's degree level (preferably law) or equivalent experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel). Relevant conflicts and confidential information experience, preferably acquired in an international law firm (desirable) Knowledge of Elite/3E and Intapp Open or similar systems (desirable) Awareness and understanding of chapter 6 of the SRA code of conduct. Personal attributes Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to interact positively at all levels. Professional in outlook and attitude. Good team player. Strong problem solving and analytical skills; can clearly explain and present problems and issues to others and contribute to their resolution. Methodical approach to work; takes an efficient and organised approach to dealing with workload. Able to make decisions and remain calm while under pressure - particularly when dealing with difficult situations. Able to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines. Able to exercise tact and diplomacy. Can demonstrate initiative and the ability to be proactive. Able to analyse and recognise the need for improvement to systems. Can fulfil all responsibilities in a way which supports Dentons' values and promotes its equal opportunities and diversity principles. Firm Profile Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence. If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email . Enquiries only please - applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.
16/05/2026
Full time
Department/Division: Risk and Compliance Duration: Permanent Location: London/Glasgow Reports to: Senior Conflicts Officer Team Leader Direct Reports: None Type of Role: Hybrid Requisition no: 9805 The Team Risk management and regulatory compliance are critical to our organisation and are increasingly complex. To meet these challenges, we have a dedicated Risk and Compliance (R&C) function. R&C work to ensure that legal and professional practice across Dentons is conducted in a professional, compliant, and risk-based manner balancing our ethical obligations with business needs. R&C comprises of two dedicated teams - Conflicts and Anti Money Laundering. It is staffed with more than 40 compliance professionals based in London, Warsaw, Dubai, Doha, Glasgow and remotely in the UK. The role of the Conflicts Team is to ensure Dentons complies with ethical obligations in particular conflicts of interest and confidentiality rules, commercial issues, as well as other compliance issues related to lateral hire clearances, new client matters, outside counsel guidelines and more. By doing this we provide the highest standard of service to the business. The Role Conflicts Administrators ensure Dentons is compliant with the applicable legislative requirements alongside appropriately managing commercial conflicts in line with Dentons global strategy and conflicts policies. This involves making sure effective compliance controls and procedures are in place, to ensure the avoidance of conflicts of interest and the protection of confidential information. Responsibilities Using the Firm's global conflicts and new matter opening system and other internal/external systems to review and analyse data. Reviewing and clearing low complexity conflict checks, this includes managing legal and commercial issues across the Dentons network and the consideration of potential business conflicts in line with Dentons global strategies. Taking ownership of conflict checks throughout the entirety of the conflict checking process from the initial review through to conflicts clearance. Providing clear and concise escalations to senior members of the team when required. Identifying sanctions related issues and escalating as required to the Financial Crime Team. Adhering to Dentons' internal compliance policies and procedures. Engaging in discussions with fee earners to ascertain the presence of any legal or commercial conflicts or confidential information issues, and if so possible resolutions. Ensuring internal conflict flags are up to date and relevant. Creation and ongoing management of information barriers. To help ensure that the daily high-volume workflow is progressed in a timely manner and in line with agreed timelines. Dealing with the ongoing management of matters. Assisting with Department Projects and Initiatives. Helping with other duties that may be assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position. Supporting team management as required. Required experience, skills and attributes Technical skills Educated to bachelor's degree level (preferably law) or equivalent experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel). Relevant conflicts and confidential information experience, preferably acquired in an international law firm (desirable) Knowledge of Elite/3E and Intapp Open or similar systems (desirable) Awareness and understanding of chapter 6 of the SRA code of conduct. Personal attributes Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to interact positively at all levels. Professional in outlook and attitude. Good team player. Strong problem solving and analytical skills; can clearly explain and present problems and issues to others and contribute to their resolution. Methodical approach to work; takes an efficient and organised approach to dealing with workload. Able to make decisions and remain calm while under pressure - particularly when dealing with difficult situations. Able to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines. Able to exercise tact and diplomacy. Can demonstrate initiative and the ability to be proactive. Able to analyse and recognise the need for improvement to systems. Can fulfil all responsibilities in a way which supports Dentons' values and promotes its equal opportunities and diversity principles. Firm Profile Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence. If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email . Enquiries only please - applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.
Dentons Canada is seeking a Conflicts Administrator to support the Risk and Compliance team based in London or Glasgow. The role involves ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and managing commercial conflicts. Candidates should possess a law degree, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. You will be part of a diverse team dedicated to upholding Dentons' high ethical standards. The company offers a hybrid working environment and values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.
16/05/2026
Full time
Dentons Canada is seeking a Conflicts Administrator to support the Risk and Compliance team based in London or Glasgow. The role involves ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and managing commercial conflicts. Candidates should possess a law degree, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. You will be part of a diverse team dedicated to upholding Dentons' high ethical standards. The company offers a hybrid working environment and values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.
A global law firm is seeking an IT professional for a pivotal role focusing on Visualfiles application development. This permanent position allows work from anywhere in the UK except London, targeting candidates with at least 5 years of experience in application development. Responsibilities include managing the full development lifecycle of case management systems and collaborating with teams to enhance automation and user experience. The firm values diversity and offers flexible working hours.
07/05/2026
Full time
A global law firm is seeking an IT professional for a pivotal role focusing on Visualfiles application development. This permanent position allows work from anywhere in the UK except London, targeting candidates with at least 5 years of experience in application development. Responsibilities include managing the full development lifecycle of case management systems and collaborating with teams to enhance automation and user experience. The firm values diversity and offers flexible working hours.
Department: IT Location: Remote or Any UK Location (excluding London) Duration: Permanent Reports to: IT Development Manager Direct reports: None Reference Number: 9619 Role This is a key role in modernizing our case management ecosystem - integrating cloud services, automating workflows, and ensuring our solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with legal sector compliance standards. You'll take ownership of developing, testing, supporting, and maintaining our Visualfiles case management system and a portfolio of applications, including our Azure based Everyfile platform and other custom-built solutions used by our Partners and legal teams. This role is best suited to candidates with approximately 5 years' experience in application development or case management systems. Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and implement Visualfiles, Everyfile, and other custom applications to streamline business processes for Partners and legal teams. Manage projects through the full development lifecycle, from gathering requirements and making recommendations to delivery and post implementation support. Work closely with the Product Owner to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions and contribute to backlog refinement and user story quality. Research, evaluate, and adopt new technologies that improve automation, cloud integration, and user experience. Apply lessons learned from previous projects to improve functionality and ensure best practice design. Provide architectural guidance, technical estimates, and identify risks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities. Collaborate with external consultants, third party vendors, and the internal Infrastructure/Data Centre team to ensure applications meet standards for resilience, monitoring, security, and disaster recovery. Provide training and knowledge sharing to clients and colleagues when required. Report on project progress to the Manager and support ongoing optimisation of systems and processes. Experience, Skills & Knowledge Essential Technical Skills Proven experience delivering applications through the full project lifecycle. Strong expertise in: Visualfiles Case Management. Visualfiles application development, including scripting. Visualfiles Pro2SQL and Visualfiles SDK. Experience with SQL databases, document management systems (e.g., iManage), reporting tools such as Power BI, and system integration. Understanding of modern cloud architecture principles (PaaS, IaaS, SaaS), microservices, API first design, and middleware/integration layers. Working knowledge of Azure services including App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, Azure SQL/Managed Instances, and Key Vault. Understanding of secure coding practices, data protection principles (e.g., GDPR), and role based access control (RBAC). Desirable Technical Skills Experience using Azure DevOps, Jira or similar tools, and version control systems (Azure DevOps Git). Methodologies Experience with Agile (Scrum/Kanban), project scoping, and business requirements analysis. Strong business process analysis skills and ability to learn new technologies quickly. Personal skills / attributes Positive, collaborative team player with a "can do" attitude. Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong documentation skills. Confident stakeholder engagement and client facing capability. Commercial awareness and understanding of the business value of technology. Calm, professional decision making under pressure, using tact and good judgement. Methodical, accurate, and quality focused approach to work. Demonstrates initiative, resilience, and proactive problem solving. Reliable, professional, and able to follow established processes and support senior IT leadership. Firm Profile Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity. Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence. If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email . Enquiries only please - applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.
07/05/2026
Full time
Department: IT Location: Remote or Any UK Location (excluding London) Duration: Permanent Reports to: IT Development Manager Direct reports: None Reference Number: 9619 Role This is a key role in modernizing our case management ecosystem - integrating cloud services, automating workflows, and ensuring our solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with legal sector compliance standards. You'll take ownership of developing, testing, supporting, and maintaining our Visualfiles case management system and a portfolio of applications, including our Azure based Everyfile platform and other custom-built solutions used by our Partners and legal teams. This role is best suited to candidates with approximately 5 years' experience in application development or case management systems. Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and implement Visualfiles, Everyfile, and other custom applications to streamline business processes for Partners and legal teams. Manage projects through the full development lifecycle, from gathering requirements and making recommendations to delivery and post implementation support. Work closely with the Product Owner to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions and contribute to backlog refinement and user story quality. Research, evaluate, and adopt new technologies that improve automation, cloud integration, and user experience. Apply lessons learned from previous projects to improve functionality and ensure best practice design. Provide architectural guidance, technical estimates, and identify risks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities. Collaborate with external consultants, third party vendors, and the internal Infrastructure/Data Centre team to ensure applications meet standards for resilience, monitoring, security, and disaster recovery. Provide training and knowledge sharing to clients and colleagues when required. Report on project progress to the Manager and support ongoing optimisation of systems and processes. Experience, Skills & Knowledge Essential Technical Skills Proven experience delivering applications through the full project lifecycle. Strong expertise in: Visualfiles Case Management. Visualfiles application development, including scripting. Visualfiles Pro2SQL and Visualfiles SDK. Experience with SQL databases, document management systems (e.g., iManage), reporting tools such as Power BI, and system integration. Understanding of modern cloud architecture principles (PaaS, IaaS, SaaS), microservices, API first design, and middleware/integration layers. Working knowledge of Azure services including App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, Azure SQL/Managed Instances, and Key Vault. Understanding of secure coding practices, data protection principles (e.g., GDPR), and role based access control (RBAC). Desirable Technical Skills Experience using Azure DevOps, Jira or similar tools, and version control systems (Azure DevOps Git). Methodologies Experience with Agile (Scrum/Kanban), project scoping, and business requirements analysis. Strong business process analysis skills and ability to learn new technologies quickly. Personal skills / attributes Positive, collaborative team player with a "can do" attitude. Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong documentation skills. Confident stakeholder engagement and client facing capability. Commercial awareness and understanding of the business value of technology. Calm, professional decision making under pressure, using tact and good judgement. Methodical, accurate, and quality focused approach to work. Demonstrates initiative, resilience, and proactive problem solving. Reliable, professional, and able to follow established processes and support senior IT leadership. Firm Profile Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity. Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence. If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email . Enquiries only please - applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.