Ryder Reid Legal Ltd

Director of Information Technology Location: London Reporting to: Chief Administrative Officer A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Director of Information Technology to lead and evolve its technology function across its London and New York offices. This is a senior, hands-on role combining strategic leadership with oversight of day-to-day IT operations in a high-performing, client-focused environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the firm's technology infrastructure delivers exceptional service, security, and reliability, while working closely with stakeholders across the business and managing external technology partners. Key Responsibilities Technology Leadership & Strategy Set and deliver the firm's IT strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client service standards. Provide leadership to the internal and outsourced IT function, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Manage IT projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. Act as a trusted technology advisor to Partners, fee earners, and business services teams. IT Operations & Infrastructure Oversee all aspects of IT operations including infrastructure, systems administration, cybersecurity, and support services. Maintain and develop core legal technology platforms such as document and case management systems, e-discovery, collaboration tools, and secure communications. Ensure robust data security, backup, disaster recovery, and regulatory compliance frameworks are in place. Provide hands-on technical input and user support where required, within a lean and collaborative environment. MSP & Vendor Management Serve as the primary point of contact for the firm's Managed Service Provider (MSP). Manage vendor relationships, contracts, SLAs, performance reviews, and escalations. Hold suppliers accountable for service quality, system uptime, security, and cost-effectiveness. Process Improvement & Innovation Identify opportunities for automation, AI-enabled solutions, and workflow improvements. Support technology use in virtual hearings, mediations, and arbitrations. Drive adoption of new systems through effective change management and training. Training & Development Identify training needs across the firm and support the development of IT capability. Contribute to and support delivery of technology training for fee earners and staff. Business Continuity & Projects Participate in and lead IT elements of business continuity planning and global continuity initiatives. Take ownership of IT aspects of office moves, expansions, and ad hoc projects. Provide regular reporting and updates to senior management. Skills & Experience 7+ years' experience in IT leadership with strong hands-on capability, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment. Proven experience managing MSPs and multiple technology vendors. Strong knowledge of legal technology platforms (e.g. iManage, NetDocuments, Relativity, HighQ, Clio or similar). Solid understanding of cybersecurity, data protection, compliance, and disaster recovery. Experience introducing automation, AI, or analytics tools within professional services is highly desirable. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and project management skills. A pragmatic, proactive approach suited to a boutique or smaller firm environment. If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to have a confidential discussion, please get in touch Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Applications Developer - London Are you passionate about building innovative applications and delivering cutting-edge solutions? We are working with a leading global law firm to recruit an Applications Developer to join their dynamic technology team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-performance web, mobile, and client-server applications, as well as maintain and enhance existing systems. The role also involves managing and developing SharePoint environments (on-premise and cloud), ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain custom ASP.NET MVC web applications and SharePoint solutions. Implement responsive, user-friendly interfaces using frameworks such as React, Angular, Bootstrap, and jQuery. Develop and optimize SQL databases to support application needs. Utilize low-code platforms like PowerApps and Power Automate to streamline workflows. Create and manage reports using SSRS and Power BI. Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions aligned with business goals. What They Are Looking For Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Minimum 3 years' experience in software development, with strong skills in SharePoint, SQL Server, and the .NET environment. Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET MVC/Core, and web API development. Experience with front-end frameworks and modern development practices. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious global organization that values innovation and offers a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. You'll work on impactful projects and have the chance to shape technology solutions for a world-class firm. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Senior SharePoint Developer & Administrator Location: London Employment Type: Permanent I am working with a leading international professional services firm that is seeking a talented Senior SharePoint Developer & Administrator to join its London technology team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of modernising and enhancing enterprise SharePoint environments across both SharePoint Subscription Edition (SE) and SharePoint Online, while playing a key role in the evolution of the firm's collaboration and intranet platforms. This role offers a blend of hands-on development, enterprise platform administration, and technical leadership, with the scope to influence architecture, governance, and best practice across a global organisation. The Role - What You'll Be Doing SharePoint Development & Modernisation Design, develop and maintain custom solutions across SharePoint SE and SharePoint Online. Lead migration from SharePoint 2016 to SE/Online, including rewriting legacy web parts using SPFx. Build custom SPFx web parts, extensions and integrations using TypeScript, JavaScript, React, HTML/CSS, and REST APIs. Develop and maintain SharePoint Online intranet structures including architecture, navigation, branding, and content design. Integrate SharePoint with internal systems and third-party platforms using RESTful APIs and Microsoft Graph. SharePoint Administration & Operations Administer both SharePoint SE (on-prem) and SharePoint Online environments. Manage updates, cumulative patches and platform maintenance. Monitor performance, availability, capacity and reliability. Oversee site collections, permissions, authentication, service applications and governance. Support backup, restore and disaster recovery processes. Troubleshoot complex cloud and on-prem SharePoint issues. On-Prem External Data & Business Connectivity Services (BCS) Configure Business Connectivity Services (BCS) and create External Content Types (ECTs). Connect SharePoint to external SQL Server data and web services. Build scripts and front-end components interacting with BCS data using JavaScript/REST. Ensure secure, reliable and well-governed data integrations. Collaboration, Leadership & Documentation Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers and administrators. Collaborate with project managers, business analysts and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions. Produce and maintain documentation including architecture diagrams, runbooks and migration guides. Recommend improvements to governance, architecture and development standards. Required Skills & Experience Extensive hands-on experience with SharePoint SE and SharePoint Online development and administration. Strong background migrating SharePoint 2016 to SE/Online. Proven SPFx development skills. Proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, React, HTML5, CSS3. Strong REST API and Microsoft Graph integration experience. Solid C#/.NET framework experience. Deep knowledge of SharePoint on-prem administration, performance tuning, patching and troubleshooting. Experience with BCS and creating External Content Types. Strong SQL Server skills. Understanding of authentication, permissions, governance and security best practices. Excellent communication and analytical skills. Experience building or supporting large-scale SharePoint Online intranet platforms. Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate). Experience with Azure AD, Azure Functions or App Services. Relevant Microsoft certifications. What You'll Deliver Stable and secure SharePoint SE and SharePoint Online environments. Successful migration of legacy SharePoint 2016 solutions. Modern, user-friendly SharePoint Online intranet with meaningful customisations. Strong governance, clear documentation and scalable operational processes. If you're a Senior SharePoint specialist looking to lead impactful modernisation work within a global, forward-thinking firm, I'd love to connect for a confidential conversation. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Business Development Executive Location: London Hybrid working A leading international professional services organisation is seeking a Business Development Executive to support its Corporate and Financial Services teams. The role focuses on helping drive new business, strengthen client relationships and raise practice visibility. Key responsibilities include: Supporting pitches, proposals and RFPs Tracking client activity and opportunities via CRM Producing BD reports, presentations and client materials Assisting with client events and follow up reporting Developing marketing content, client alerts and award submissions About you: 2+ years experience in professional services marketing or business development Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast paced environment Law firm experience desirable Reporting to: Director of Business Development Please apply with your CV to be considered. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Applications Operations Analyst - LondonPermanent Hybrid Working Competitive Salary An international law firm is seeking an experienced Applications Operations Analyst to join its London office. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving the performance, security, and reliability of enterprise applications across a dynamic and fast-paced professional services environment. Reporting to the Manager of Applications Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day system support, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting, while also contributing to process improvement, documentation, and integration stability. The role involves close collaboration with infrastructure, security, and business teams to ensure seamless application performance and user experience. Key Responsibilities: Perform system maintenance, patching, and upgrades in line with change management procedures Monitor application health and performance, proactively resolving issues Manage user access controls and support security audits Respond to incidents and service requests within SLA targets Support application deployments, integrations, and configuration changes Maintain documentation, runbooks, and support knowledge base articles Identify opportunities for automation and process optimisation Track and report on KPIs, system uptime, and user engagement metrics Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support scalability and performance tuning Ideal Candidate Profile: 3+ years of experience in enterprise application support or IT operations Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Familiarity with ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow) and monitoring tools Understanding of access management, patching, and vulnerability remediation Exposure to ITIL practices and professional services environments Experience with documentation tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL Foundation) preferred It offers the chance to work within a collaborative team and contribute to the ongoing improvement of critical business systems. To express interest or learn more, please get in touch directly. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.