Global Solutions Architect - Legal Technology

Sodexo Group; North Bethesda (MD); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Group is seeking a Solutions Architect who will provide technical expertise and support to the Legal team, enhancing their capabilities through technology. Responsibilities include designing solutions, overseeing legal platforms, and collaborating with various departments to ensure effective process implementation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in solution architecture and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, focusing on application and system design.
• Knowledge of architecture principles and security best practices.
• Technical experience in Legal Research tools and Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Legal team on technology trends and solutions.
• Design scalable and secure technology solutions aligning with legal regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions effectively.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

E-discovery

Conga Platform

Job description

Role Overview

AtSodexo, we are at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive business success. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about designing robust solutions and leading technical initiatives, we want to hear from you!

TheSolutions Architectis responsible for providing technical expertise and support to our Legal team, including attorneys, paralegals, and General Counsel. This role involves conducting business/technology impact assessments, designing solutions, and ensuring implementation aligns with best practices and organizational guidelines. The Solutions Architect will be the technical point of contact for the Legal team, enhancing their business capabilities through the use of technology.

The Global Solutions Architect will be responsible for the oversight of Legal platforms and related systems. This role involves providing input into overall systems architecture, strategy, and planning. The Solutions Architect will collaborate with Legal partners, various departments (i.e., IT), and outside vendors to develop efficient and effective processes and workflows. This position is accountable for ensuring continuity and successful delivery of functional services to users throughout the organization. Additionally, the role includes delivering data reporting and related analytics, ensuring a high level of data and process integrity, facilitating end-user training, and providing effective and efficient customer service to internal users.

Remote Role!

What You'll Do

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Legal team, providing guidance on technology trends, best practices, and emerging solutions.
• Communicate technical concepts and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Legal team members and stakeholders.
• Engage with the Legal team to understand their objectives, requirements, and constraints.
• Design scalable and secure technology solutions that align with legal regulations, policies, and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, developers, and engineers, to ensure successful implementation of solutions.
• Participate in project planning and provide technical guidance and recommendations.
• Integrate new solutions with existing systems, databases, and applications.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in technology, legal regulations, and industry standards.
• Provide technical expertise and support to the Legal team, including attorneys, paralegals, and General Counsel.
• Manage and develop the solution architecture map, ensuring alignment with the strategic plan.
• Work closely with the Enterprise Architect to review and investigate new solutions.
• Develop deep knowledge relating to Legal programs, enabling departments to effectively manage complex requests or inquiries.
• Lead process design and enablement for Legal functions.
• Oversee data maintenance and integrity for Legal systems.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in solution architecture, with a strong focus on application and system design.
• Strong knowledge of architecture principles, system integration, and security best practices.
• Technical experience with E-discovery, Litigation Holds, Case Management, Matter Management, Legal Research tools, Contract Lifecycle Management, and Compliance.
• Technical experience with the Conga Platform.
• Experience leading RFPs, building and deploying new tools, developing application roadmaps, and providing strategic direction and guidance on supporting these tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, Oracle, Informatica).
• Experience with data modeling techniques and tools.
• Knowledge of data governance, master data management, and security best practices.
• Proficiency in business process modeling and system integration.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Functional Experience: 5 years