Web Developer - IT

Key Responsibilities

• Exercise technical expertise across the full solution development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, deployment and support.
• Develop robust, maintainable and secure web applications, APIs, integrations and automated workflows in accordance with agreed standards and the Firm’s information security requirements.
• Design, develop and support enhancements and integrations for the Firm’s matter management and other business-critical systems.
• Assist with the design, configuration, testing and ongoing improvement of AI Agents for Microsoft Copilot, ensuring solutions are secure, reliable and aligned with approved business use cases.
• Work closely with the Business Analyst, IT Development Manager, IT Director, external development resources and business stakeholders to refine requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Use Azure DevOps for source control, work item management and deployment, and participate actively in sprint planning, stand-ups and retrospectives.
• Diagnose and resolve issues affecting applications, websites, integrations and automated processes, providing clear and timely progress updates.
• Assess technical feasibility, risks and dependencies, and provide clear recommendations on solution options.
• Mentor colleagues, share knowledge and support effective skills transfer within the IT team and with external development resources.
• Any other reasonable responsibilities commensurate with the grade and post.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong commercial software development experience, including high-level programming skills in C#/.NET and experience of web application development, APIs and integration technologies;
• Practical experience of Azure DevOps, including source control, work item management and deployment processes;
• Working knowledge of relational database systems, data modelling and SQL;
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and relevant Microsoft development technologies; experience with IIS and VBA is advantageous;
• Experience of developing or integrating with matter management, practice management or other business-critical systems, preferably within a legal or professional services environment;
• Experience of Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, AI Agents, Power Platform or Azure AI is desirable;
• Understanding of responsible AI, information security, data protection and governance considerations when developing AI-enabled solutions;
• Good understanding of Scrum and Agile delivery methodologies;
• Understanding of SharePoint and MVC is desirable;
• K2 or Nintex Automation On-Premise knowledge is desirable;
• Experience of React development is desirable;
• A relevant Microsoft certification, such as Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate or Azure Developer Associate, is desirable;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to manage a large workload and work under pressure with high attention to detail;
• Strong team player with the ability to use initiative and be self-motivated.

Benefits

• 35 hour working week - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to a maximum of 30 days for additional years of service)
• A day off on your birthday each year (or closest working day)
• Agile Working Policy (3 days in the office 2 days working remotely dependent on team)
• Life Assurance (x3 times salary)
• Professional subscription fees
• Pension Scheme (Legal and General)
• Salary Sacrifice Options (Including Cycle to Work Scheme, additional pension contributions and annual leave purchase options)
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Legal Services Discounts
• Opportunity to take part in various groups such as Geldards People, Diversity Equality & Inclusion Champions, IT Champions, Knowledge Management champions and more.