Innovation Manager

Oliver James; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm based in Greater London is seeking a Legal Technology & Innovation Manager to spearhead the development and deployment of legal technology initiatives. This strategic role blends oversight with project delivery, working closely with lawyers and business teams to enhance productivity through innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AI solutions and process automation, alongside strong project management skills, ensuring the successful implementation of new technologies while maximizing their impact on client service.

Qualifications

• Experience with legal technology platforms and solutions.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to drive innovation and manage change effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology initiatives from concept to implementation.
• Collaborate with legal and business teams to enhance service delivery.
• Monitor developments in legal technology and assess their impact.

Skills

Artificial intelligence solutions

Automated document production

Workflow and process automation

Knowledge management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Reporting dashboards

Job description

Legal Technology & Innovation Manager

Location: London

About the Firm

We are a prominent London-headquartered law firm advising a diverse portfolio of UK and international clients. Our work spans complex corporate transactions, commercial advisory matters, and private client services. The firm operates with a partner‑led service model, ensuring senior involvement and a high standard of client care. Our independent structure allows us to collaborate flexibly with leading advisers worldwide to deliver tailored, cross‑border solutions.

About the Legal Innovation Function

The legal sector is evolving rapidly, driven by advances in digital tools, automation, and artificial intelligence. Our Legal Technology & Innovation team plays a central role in modernising how legal services are delivered. The team identifies opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve knowledge sharing, strengthen risk management, and create differentiated client offerings through technology‑enabled solutions.

Working at the intersection of law, process improvement, and digital capability, the team evaluates emerging tools, pilots new platforms, and embeds sustainable change across the business. The focus is not only on implementing technology but also on ensuring adoption, measurable impact, and long‑term value.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Legal Technology & Innovation Manager to lead the identification, development, and deployment of legal technology initiatives across the firm. This position combines strategic oversight with hands‑on project delivery and stakeholder engagement.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving innovation projects from initial concept and business case development through to implementation, training, and continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with partners, associates, business services professionals, and in some cases clients, to design solutions that streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance the overall client experience.

Key areas of technology focus may include:

• Artificial intelligence solutions, including generative AI applications
• Automated document production and rule‑based expert systems
• Workflow and process automation, including robotic process automation (RPA)
• Knowledge management and information retrieval platforms
• Collaboration, matter management, and project tracking tools
• Data analytics, reporting dashboards, and visualisation technologies

Core Responsibilities

• Partner with legal and business teams to identify opportunities where technology can improve delivery, reduce risk, or create competitive advantage
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of legal technology platforms
• Develop prototypes and pilot programmes to test innovative solutions before wider rollout
• Manage multiple technology initiatives simultaneously, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines and budgets
• Drive adoption through structured change management, stakeholder engagement, and clear communication
• Deliver training sessions, workshops, and demonstrations to maximise effective use of new tools
• Provide ongoing support and continuous improvement recommendations post‑implementation
• Build strong working relationships across practice groups and corporate functions
• Contribute to client pitches, panel presentations, and innovation-focused discussions
• Monitor developments in legal technology and assess their relevance to the firm's strategic objectives
• Supervise and mentor junior members of the innovation team
• Contribute to shaping the longer‑term innovation roadmap and capability development