Data and Applications Manager, IT (Edinburgh or Glasgow)

The Data and Applications Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of technology solutions to support the firm's strategic growth and profitability objectives, encompassing data engineering/ analytics, process automation, systems integration and software application development.

This role exists to ensure there is comprehensive technical oversight of the firms' data and application development activities; to create an environment which utilises data, application development, automation and AI to support both BaU activities and drive client experiences in collaboration with the innovation team.

Key Tasks

• Leads the creation of the data strategy and defines the implementation roadmap to ensure data is effectively managed, utilised, and aligned with business objectives. Utilises data analytics to provide insights that drive decision-making and improve operational efficiency. Leads data engineering workstreams to ensure data quality, integrity and consistency across siloed cloud services, and integration/automation platforms.
• Ensures the integration of data and workflow across a mix of cloud-based SaaS/PaaS and IaaS services and applications. Provides technical expertise and consultancy across core applications including financial, document and case management systems, advising on how these solutions can be configured, customised or extended to meet business need.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of Microsoft Power Platform and Azure Automation / AI services to drive process automation across innovation and BaU activities. Collaborates with colleagues across Technology and Innovation identifying opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and streamline processes to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Utilises a blend of low-code/no-code and modern application development to deliver bespoke solutions to address business requirements that are not met through standard off the shelf software.
• Establishes and manages the framework and working practices of the data and applications team, utilising modern development and management practices to ensure resources are directed appropriately and efficiently. Demonstrates ROI and challenges the business for further resourcing where applicable.
• Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations related to data and applications, implementing security measures to protect sensitive information. This includes maintaining data integrity and confidentiality while enabling secure access to information.

Do you have experience in Microsoft Office?, * Proven experience leading teams of data professionals and/or developers in professional services or financial services environment.

• Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, and data security practices.
• Experience working utilising modern working practices such as DevOps, Agile, CI/CD and collaborative coding.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A solid and broad understanding of data analytics and data engineering processes utilising the Microsoft data platform: SQL Server, Azure SQL, Azure Data Factory, Fabric, PowerBI.
• Experience leveraging M365 and Azure platform services to drive automation including Power Platform and LogicApps. Any exposure to Azure AI / Machine Learning and CoPilot is desirable.
• Demonstrable experience delivering applications and services that utilise modern REST APIs across multiple cloud platforms, solving integration challenges and driving process automation.
• Familiarity with application development methodologies, exposure to multiple programming languages (C#. / NET, Python, Powershell). The role is anticipated to be less hands-on in this regard but should be able to support the wider team to ensure code is secure, efficient, portable and re-usable., * You have excellent communication skills, you are articulate, you communicate clearly, concisely and without any jargon.
• You enjoy working within a team and autonomously on your own initiative.
• You are personable and good at building and developing client relationships.
• You are confident and you have a strong belief in yourself and your own ability.
• You are committed to providing a good client experience and willing to put in extra time and effort when required.

Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Here at Morton Fraser MacRoberts we believe in a positive work life balance and in an inclusive and friendly working environment.

We offer a generous benefits package including:

• Profit Related Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance for all employees (BUPA)
• Holidays starting at 25 days plus 9 public holidays (plus birthday off)
• Tax Efficient Car Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Access to Comprehensive Wellbeing resources
• Retail Discounts

We operate our business on an agile basis reflecting the needs of our clients and our people to deliver outstanding client service. We will agree a suitable office/homeworking arrangement with all candidates.

As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we recognise the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. Please ensure you include any military skills and qualifications you hold when applying for a vacancy with us to ensure they are recognised during our recruitment and selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £48,000.00-£73,000.00 per year

At Morton Fraser MacRoberts we are a new style of law firm, independent by choice and a place where we make our own decisions and our people can have their own say. Our culture empowers all of our people to be the best they can be. You'll get responsibility early on and the support to make great things happen. And because we understand that hard work comes from people who are empowered to be at their best more of the time, we offer an agile working environment. We are charting our way to become the best in our field, so if you share our ambition, come chart your best course with us.