Product Development Team Leader

Picture More Ltd; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Ipswich seeks a Head of Product Development to lead their software development team. This role involves defining product strategy and championing best practices across digital initiatives. Ideally, candidates should have over 6 years of experience in software development, including leadership experience. The position offers a competitive salary of £60-65k plus bonus, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

25 days holiday (rising to 30) plus Bank Holidays

Private healthcare with BUPA

Staff profit share and performance bonus schemes

Electric car scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Flexible hybrid working

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• 1-2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience leading projects through the full software development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Product Development Team.
• Define and execute a product and development strategy.
• Champion best practices across DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Leadership

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Microsoft Cloud technologies

DevOps best practices

Strong communication

Tools

Azure DevOps

Power Automate

Logic Apps

Canvas Apps

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31.07.2025

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14.09.2025

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Term: Permanent

Flexible Hybrid Working | UK Top 50 Law Firm | Strategic Tech Leadership Role - £60-65, plus bonus

Please note-.You will be required to visit the Ipswich office 1 day per week which is expensed*

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Product Development to join an established Law Firm. You will lead their internal software development team and drive innovation across their digital landscape.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Product Development Team
• Define and execute a product and development strategy that aligns with business goals and enhances user experience.
• Champion best practices across DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and test automation.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver scalable, impactful digital solutions.
• Drive the adoption of Microsoft Cloud technologies and M development tools including Power Automate, Logic Apps, and Canvas Apps.

About You

• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience and 1-2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and Azure DevOps practices.
• Confident communicator and team builder with a passion for delivering business-focused solutions.
• Proven experience leading projects through the full software development life cycle in a complex environment.

What They Offer

• 25 days holiday (rising to 30) plus Bank Holidays
• Private healthcare with BUPA
• Staff profit share and performance bonus schemes
• Enhanced parental leave and paid CSR day
• Electric car scheme and subsidised gym membership
• Flexible hybrid working and "Dress for Your Day" policy