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Job title: Global IT Applications ManagerReporting to: Head of IT Systems What are we looking for?We are looking for a technically strong applications manager with strong leadership and technical...
Job title: Global IT Applications Manager
Reporting to: Head of IT Systems
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a technically strong applications manager with strong leadership and technical experience to lead the IT Applications Team. The primary purpose of this position is to undertake the day-to-day management of the Applications group and to provide technical support and guidance across the firm's enterprise applications and end user compute technologies.
The individual will need to have a track record of translating strategy into actionable objectives and plans. The role holder must be able to communicate clearly at one-on-one and group levels, conveying a sense of purpose that motivates and instils confidence in others. The person must maintain direction by balancing big-picture concern with day-to-day issues. Demonstrating strong operational skills and is completely accountable for the team's success and shortfalls. The candidate will hold self and others accountable for continuous improvement. He or she will communicate expectations directly, openly and effectively.
The individual will work in the London offices as part of the Global Systems Team. The Global Systems Team is located in London and is responsible for supporting and maintaining the firm's technology across all geographical regions. The Global Systems Team is split by five functional but collaborative groups - Applications, Infrastructure, Architecture, Test/QA and Change/Release.
The Applications group are responsible for the unified communications, database systems, end user compute and the firms' business applications suite including document management, HR, finance, marketing and know-how systems. The team undertake the day-to-day administration, support, implementation and development of all the Firm’s applications and systems. In addition, this role will require the individual to work with project, security and development teams to ensure the effective delivery of business-led initiatives.
The Applications team is comprised of eight members, seven are which are located in London and one in Singapore. This role has direct line-management of each member. In addition, this role is an escalation point for technical issues both operationally and technically.
This role requires experience of working in a medium to large multi-site professional services organisation and broad experience of legal industry applications. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required with the ability to work with a wide range of people including vendors, project managers, technologists, legal staff, partners, secretaries and other support staff.
A very high level of personal organisation and professionalism is required, together with a 'can-do' attitude and an ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure. This person must inspire a positive work environment and help champion quality, innovation, teamwork, and service to the business.
The priority for all IT activity is to maintain the highest levels of stability and reliability in the services delivered.
Experience required
Areas of focus and responsibilities
The Essentials
About Withers Worldwide
Withers have been acting for successful individuals, families and institutions for over 100 years. We advise clients on their business and personal legal needs both at home and abroad. In this fast moving and increasingly regulated world, the need for integrated and timely advice has never been more urgent.
We are recognised as the only international law firm for successful people, their families, their businesses and their philanthropic work. With offices in Europe, Asia, Australia the United States and the Caribbean, we provide coverage that other law firms focussed on the individual cannot.
With over 150 partners and more than 450 other lawyers, we have unparalleled expertise in commercial, tax, trusts, estate planning, financial services, litigation and arbitration, real estate, charities, employment, family law and other legal issues facing individuals and their families. The firm has advised 42% of the top 100 UK Sunday Times Rich List and over 20% of the top 100 US Forbes list, as well as numerous families in Asia.
Equal Opportunities Employment Statement
It is the policy of Withers Worldwide to provide equal opportunities for all employees in relation to recruitment, training and promotion. Decisions in these areas will be made only by reference to the requirements of the job and shall not be influenced by any consideration of ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability.
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