Chief Emerging Tech & AI Strategy Lead

Fieldfisher; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Belfast is seeking a Head of Emerging Technologies to lead their IT strategy. This senior role requires a visionary leader with deep expertise in the Microsoft Ecosystem and emerging technologies to align teams and platforms with strategic goals. Responsibilities include overseeing IT functions, fostering innovation, and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Dental insurance

Life assurance

Critical illness insurance

Matched pension contributions up to 7%

Holiday trading

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior IT leadership roles, ideally within professional services or regulated environments.
• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture, DevOps, data analytics, and product management.
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies and their enterprise applications.

Responsibilities

• Execute the firm’s IT technology strategy in alignment with company’s 2030 vision.
• Act as the senior IT leader for the Belfast Business Hub, providing leadership to local teams.
• Oversee Enterprise Architecture to ensure secure and interoperable systems.

Skills

IT leadership

Microsoft Ecosystem

Enterprise Architecture

DevOps

Data Analytics

Stakeholder Engagement

Agile Methodologies

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Job description

A leading law firm in Belfast is seeking a Head of Emerging Technologies to lead their IT strategy. This senior role requires a visionary leader with deep expertise in the Microsoft Ecosystem and emerging technologies to align teams and platforms with strategic goals. Responsibilities include overseeing IT functions, fostering innovation, and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity in the workplace.