Head of Technical Projects

Fletchers Solicitors; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Technical Projects to spearhead the technical delivery of M&A integrations and key technology initiatives. This senior role requires strong expertise in infrastructure and Microsoft Azure, emphasizing hands-on leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The position offers a hybrid working environment, fostering flexibility and innovation while prioritizing impactful technology changes.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Medicash policy

Company sick pay

Flexible working environment

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven background in infrastructure and IT operations.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, hybrid environments).
• Experience in delivering technical projects, especially M&A integrations.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery workstreams of M&A integrations.
• Own the technical delivery plan and manage risks/issues.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Business Analysts.

Skills

Technical delivery management

Stakeholder management

Influencing skills

Azure cloud expertise

Systems consolidation

Education

PRINCE2 or similar Project certification

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Proclaim or equivalent case management systems

Job description

Head of Technical Projects - Fletchers Solicitors

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Office Locations: Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Bolton, Southport, Newcastle, Reading, Birmingham, Northampton, and Cambridge

Hybrid working available – with the flexibility to work from home and collaborate in‑office when needed. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices.

Shape integrations, lead change, deliver impact.

Are you a technology leader with a passion for delivering impactful change? At Fletchers Solicitors, we are seeking a Head of Technical Projects to drive the successful technical delivery of high‑profile M&A integrations and key technology initiatives.

This hands‑on senior position demands deep expertise in infrastructure and Microsoft Azure, coupled with a solid understanding of development practices. You will take ownership of end‑to‑end solution delivery, shaping technical execution while coordinating cross‑functional virtual teams of developers, infrastructure specialists, and support engineers.

Although this role carries the title of "Head of," it is not a traditional line management position. Instead, you will provide technical leadership without boundaries, forming and guiding collaborative delivery teams to achieve outcomes. Working in close partnership with business Project Managers and Business Analysts, you will ensure technology change is executed seamlessly, reliably, and with measurable business impact.

If you are an influential technical leader who thrives in complex transformation environments and enjoys turning strategy into delivery, we would love to hear from you.

Personal Attributes

• Hands‑on and delivery-focused with a pragmatic approach.
• Comfortable working at both strategic and detailed technical levels.
• Collaborative and influential, able to lead without line authority.
• Resilient and adaptable, particularly in fast‑paced M&A environments.
• Strong communicator, able to translate technical solutions into clear understanding.

In return Fletchers offers:

• 35 hours working week
• Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
• 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure; you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days' holiday per year, until you long‑service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment
• Pension scheme with tax‑efficient salary sacrifice option
• Life Assurance Policy
• Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
• Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work‑life balance
• Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)
• Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees
• A genuinely supportive and friendly culture
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery workstreams of M&A integrations and selected technology change initiatives, ensuring successful execution from due diligence to post‑merger consolidation.
• Own the technical delivery plan: define tasks, allocate resources, track progress, and manage risks/issues for technical streams.
• Provide hands‑on technical expertise and input as needed across infrastructure, Azure cloud, and development, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and business‑aligned.
• Solution design: lead the HLD/LLD and non‑functional requirements; obtain infra/security design approval from the Head of Infrastructure & Security.
• M&A due diligence: assess target environments (infrastructure, Azure, security posture, data flows), identify remediation items, and plan secure integration/migration paths.
• Build and lead virtual technical teams drawn from across IT and business functions, motivating and directing colleagues without direct line management responsibility.
• Collaborate with Project Managers (overall governance) and Business Analysts (requirements capture) to deliver joined‑up outcomes.
• Act as the primary escalation point for technical delivery issues within projects.
• Manage technical dependencies and ensure effective integration with business operations during M&A activities.
• Partner with the Technical & Operations Director on scope/priorities and provide concise, risk‑based status and RAID reporting.
• Ensure strong governance and documentation for technical designs, decisions, and delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in technical project delivery, embedding lessons learned into future initiatives.

Essential Skills and Experience

Technical Expertise (Essential):

• Proven background in infrastructure and IT operations.
• Strong Microsoft Azure skills (IaaS, PaaS, identity, and hybrid environments).
• Understanding of application development practices.
• Experience with data migration and systems consolidation.
• Awareness of cybersecurity principles and compliance standards.

Project & Delivery Skills (Essential):

• Demonstrable success delivering technical projects, including M&A integrations.
• Ability to plan and manage technical workstreams, aligning with wider project governance.
• Skilled in leading virtual/matrix teams and coordinating vendors.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing at all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• PRINCE2 or similar Project certification.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience in the legal sector or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of Proclaim or equivalent case management systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 / Cyber Essentials Plus frameworks.
• Technical Certification such as Azure Solutions Architect, ITIL, TOGAF.

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.

About Fletchers Group

Fletchers is a fast‑growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with outstanding rankings in both The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several strategic acquisitions, we've evolved into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for continued growth and innovation.

We aspire to be the best place to work in the legal sector.

Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We are proud to offer some of the best hybrid and flexible working arrangements in the industry – because we understand that balance drives performance.

At Fletchers, we also value connection and collaboration. We create exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Whether you're starting your career or aiming for leadership, you'll find a clear path to progress and development here – from apprenticeships and professional qualifications to senior roles and Partnership.

We seek out a broad range of challenging, high‑quality legal work, enabling our people to build meaningful and progressive careers. And we don't just talk about development – we invest in it, with a significant proportion of our colleagues working towards relevant qualifications at any given time.

We reward those who help build our success and live our values. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long‑term strength. Our base pay and bonus structure is built to recognise and reward high performance.

Join us and be part of a law firm that's not only growing, but redefining what it means to work in legal services.

Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce: we welcome applications from any and all backgrounds. We're committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive, understanding and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We're proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.