Solutions Architect - Legal Firm | City of London | Up to £100,000
A respected law firm based in the City of London is seeking a Solutions Architect to help shape and deliver its technology strategy. This is a key role, working closely with IT, business stakeholders, and leadership to improve systems, streamline processes, and ensure secure and efficient service delivery.
🔍 About the Role:
Reporting to the Heads of IT and Business Intelligence & Systems, the Solutions Architect will lead on technical design, system integration, and continuous improvement initiatives. You'll be instrumental in identifying pain points, implementing modern solutions, and supporting a hybrid working environment. This is a hands-on role with both strategic and delivery responsibilities.
⚙️ Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate and improve current IT systems and workflows
Design and implement scalable, secure architecture solutions
Drive innovation and suggest new tools to support legal service delivery
Manage system integrations (APIs, SQL, JSON, OData)
Work with Microsoft Power Apps and Azure to streamline operations
Maintain strong cyber security and ensure compliance with best practices
Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to gather requirements
Support the development and delivery of the firm's wider tech strategy
Respond to escalated incidents and support complex issues
🛠️ Required Skills & Experience:
Proven experience in a similar technical or architecture role (ideally within legal or professional services)
Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, and integration tools
Familiar with legal systems such as iManage, Intapp, 3E, Mimecast, Litera, etc.
Experience in building and managing APIs and data warehouses
Good understanding of hybrid/cloud infrastructure
Hands-on experience with Power Apps, SQL, JSON, and other automation tools
Excellent communication, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with ITIL practices and structured project methodologies
💷 Salary: Up to £100,000
📍 Location: City of London | Hybrid Working | On-call rota and some out-of-hours flexibility required
