Innovation Manager

Ryder Reid; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking an Innovation Manager in London to drive process improvement and legal tech adoption. This role involves leading innovation projects, collaborating with clients, and implementing cutting-edge technologies to enhance productivity and client service. Join a dynamic team shaping the future of legal services.

Qualifications

• Expertise in legal technology, AI, and process automation.
• Experience in legal operations or professional services.
• Background in project management or change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation projects, managing development and roll-outs.
• Collaborate with clients and attorneys to optimize legal workflows.
• Implement emerging technologies like AI and automation.

Skills

Legal technology

AI

Process automation

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related field

Project Management (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

Job Title: Innovation Manager

Location: London

Role: Full-time permanent role

Salary: Extremely competitive package and great benefits

Are you ready to transform legal operations with innovative technology?

Our highly prestigious law firm client is seeking an Innovation Manager in London to drive process improvement, legal tech adoption, and strategic solutions that enhance productivity and client service.

This is a brand-new role for the London office and the first of its kind - there is support from Innovation roles across the US and European offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead innovation projects, managing development and roll-outs
• Collaborate with clients and attorneys to optimize legal workflows
• Implement emerging technologies like AI and automation
• Research industry trends and drive best practices in legal tech
• Support change management and firm-wide modernization initiatives

What They Are Looking For:

• Expertise in legal technology, AI, and process automation
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in legal operations or professional services
• Background in project management, change management, or legal tech

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related field
• Law firm or corporate legal department experience
• Project Management (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred)

Join a forward-thinking, dynamic team shaping the future of legal services. If the above sounds like you and you'd be interested, please apply now with your CV and we'll be in touch!

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

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