Technical Delivery Manager - Software & Data Engineering (FTC)

Foot Anstey LLP; Southampton, Exeter, Plymouth, West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

FTC 9 months

Job summary

Foot Anstey LLP is seeking a Technical Delivery Manager for Software and Data Engineering on a 9-month fixed-term contract. Hybrid working from Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth or Southampton, full-time arrangement.

The role focuses on delivering technology and data solutions to support firm growth, with collaboration across engineering, architecture and business change teams. You will lead multiple delivery streams, manage risks and dependencies, and partner with architects to balance speed, quality

Qualifications

• Experience leading or managing technical delivery within Agile environments.
• Strong understanding of software delivery lifecycles and how apps, systems and cloud platforms interoperate.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience managing delivery plans, risks, dependencies and priorities across multiple initiatives.
• Ability to facilitate technical discussions with engineers and architects to resolve challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on outcomes and value.
• Experience with Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, hybrid).
• Collaborative mindset with a drive for continuous improvement in delivery practices.
• Clear reporting, documentation and stakeholder updates to communicate progress.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate technical delivery across projects, products and teams to align with business priorities.
• Manage dependencies, risks and competing priorities for predictable delivery.
• Work with Project Managers to align technical delivery and change activities.
• Partner with architects and engineers to shape delivery approaches balancing speed and quality.
• Facilitate workshops, planning sessions and discussions with clear decisions and actions.
• Drive delivery planning, forecasting and continuous improvement across the team.
• Coach teams in Agile ways of working, fostering accountability and ownership.
• Monitor delivery performance using metrics to support decision-making and highlight improvements.
• Serve as a key link between engineering, leadership and business stakeholders.

Skills

Delivery leadership

Agile delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Risk & dependency management

Facilitation

Analytical thinking

Agile frameworks

Continuous improvement

Cloud platforms

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Peppermint CX365

Job description

Technical Delivery Manager - Software & Data Engineering (FTC)

Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth or Southampton

Job Title: Technical Delivery Manager – Software & Data Engineering (FTC)

Be part of the team delivering the technology, data and digital solutions that will shape the future of Foot Anstey.

We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.

Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger - not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone.

* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Technical Delivery Manager (9 Month Fixed-Term Contract)
• Team: Software & Data Engineering
• Location: Hybrid working from Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth or Southampton
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Why this role matters: As Foot Anstey continues to invest in technology, data and digital innovation, the successful delivery of our technical change work has never been more important. This role sits at the heart of that journey, ensuring our engineering teams can deliver high-quality solutions that support our colleagues, enhance client experiences and enable the firm's ambitious growth plans. By bringing together people, priorities and technology, you'll help turn strategy into tangible business outcomes.

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What you’ll do

Working closely with our engineering, architecture and business change teams, you'll help create the structure, transparency and momentum needed to successfully deliver a diverse portfolio of technical projects. This is a highly collaborative role where you'll combine delivery leadership, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement to ensure our teams can focus on delivering great outcomes.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead and coordinate technical delivery activity across multiple projects, products and teams, ensuring technical delivery remains aligned to business priorities and strategic objectives.
• Manage dependencies, risks and competing priorities to enable predictable and efficient delivery.
• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure technical delivery and change management activities are aligned.
• Partner with architects and engineers to shape delivery approaches that balance speed, quality, scalability and technical best practice.
• Facilitate technical workshops, planning sessions and discussions, ensuring clear decisions, ownership and next steps.
• Drive delivery planning, forecasting and continuous improvement activities across the team.
• Coach and support teams in Agile ways of working, helping create a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and report on delivery performance within projects, using metrics and insights to support decision-making and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Act as a key link between engineering teams, leadership and business stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout the technical delivery lifecycle.

This role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact across the firm, working with talented technology and business change professionals while helping shape how we deliver innovative solutions that support our future growth.

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What we’re looking for

We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced technology environment and enjoys bringing people, plans and priorities together to deliver successful outcomes. You'll be a collaborative and credible delivery professional with the confidence to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.

You'll bring:

• Experience leading or managing technical delivery within Agile environments.
• A strong understanding of software delivery lifecycles and how applications, systems and cloud platforms work together.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across technical and business teams.
• Experience managing delivery plans, risks, dependencies and competing priorities across multiple initiatives.
• The confidence to facilitate technical discussions and work closely with engineers and architects to overcome delivery challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering value and achieving outcomes.
• Experience using Agile delivery frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban or hybrid methodologies.
• A collaborative mindset and passion for continuous improvement, helping teams evolve their ways of working and delivery practices.
• The ability to communicate complex information clearly through reporting, documentation and stakeholder updates.
• Resilience, adaptability and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and resolving challenges.

Experience within the legal sector, or with platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Peppermint CX365 or similar enterprise technologies, would be advantageous but is not essential.

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What if I don't tick every box?

We're not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth.

If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we'd love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we're committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here's what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

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Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives.

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Let's make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Demographic Questions

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we invite applicants to complete optional demographic questions. Any information you choose to share will be anonymised and not linked to your application.

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