Head of Development

Location: you can be based in any of the following office Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge, ChelmsfordTerm: PermanentFlexible Hybrid Working | UK Top 50 Law Firm | Strategic Tech Leadership Role

£60-65,000

Please note- *You will be required to visit the Ipswich office 1 day per week which is expensed*

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Product Development to join an established Law Firm. You will lead their internal software development team and drive innovation across their digital landscape.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Product Development Team

• Define and execute a product and development strategy that aligns with business goals and enhances user experience.

• Champion best practices across DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and test automation.

• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver scalable, impactful digital solutions.

• Drive the adoption of Microsoft Cloud technologies and M365 development tools including Power Automate, Logic Apps, and Canvas Apps.

• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience and 3+ years in a leadership role.

• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and Azure DevOps practices.

• Expertise in .NET, C#, React/JavaScript, microservices architecture, APIs, and automation frameworks.

• Confident communicator and team builder with a passion for delivering business-focused solutions.

• Proven experience leading projects through the full software development lifecycle in a complex environment.

• 25 days holiday (rising to 30) plus Bank Holidays

• Private healthcare with BUPA

• Staff profit share and performance bonus schemes

• Scottish Widows pension (5% employer / 5% employee)

• Enhanced parental leave and paid CSR day

• Electric car scheme and subsidised gym membership

• Flexible hybrid working and "Dress for Your Day" policy

Get in touch if you're keen!