Legal Technology Consultant

Your role

As part of our wider Innovation & Digital Solutions group, you will be joining one of Australia's largest legal technology teams consistently recognised in the _Australian Financial Review's m_o_st innovative companies. Our people are technical experts, but they’re also trusted business advisers who think bigger, more broadly and more strategically. Together, we aim to play a leadership role in advancing the legal industry, ensuring our business processes support us to be modern, innovative and efficient, while exploring areas beyond traditional law that align with our core business and clients' needs.

This is where you fit in.

As a Consultant in our Integrated Legal Solutions (ILS) team, you will:
- Work with Managers and Senior Consultants in leading the supervision and delivery of ILS services- Provide legal information/technical solutions consistent with nationally agreed standards- Assist in the development and delivery of national lawyer learning and development programs for ILS solutions to build the capability of the team and drive high performance- Work with Managers and Senior Consultants to scope, plan, cost, schedule and assess commercial, legal and technical risks for all work- Coordinate team resources, manage stakeholder expectations and consistently deliver projects on time, on budget and to desired quality- Contribute ideas to new ILS strategic initiatives, workflow and technical solutions that are commercial and meet lawyer/client business needs- Build networks and trusted advisor relationships, share knowledge and act as a role model, coach and mentor

This is a permanent, full time opportunity. Hybrid working (60% in the office) is how we work however flexibility matters at Allens, so if you are seeking hybrid working or are looking for flexibility in your work, we would be happy to discuss what arrangements would work best for you.

About you

You will have:
- A strong background in information management, information technology, project management and/or law- Experience in legal technology, in litigation eDiscovery or corporate due diligence is highly desirable- A degree or equivalent experience in legal information management, information technology, computer science or law- Experience using Nuix, Relativity, Reveal and similar systems would be beneficial- Advanced skills in data analysis and manipulation is highly desirable- Excellent communication and consulting skills and experience in communicating technical issues and outcomes to a non-technical audience- An ability to work as part of a team and with people at varying levels- Broad based knowledge in legal systems/processes including litigation and due diligence with a working knowledge of relevant Court rules and practice directions- A willingness to establish a professional profile and network and build effective working relationships- A willingness to develop others through mentoring and sharing knowledge and experiences

Your development

In joining Allens, you will receive unparalleled learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged, supported and guided as you learn and develop, and will be encouraged to grow. We foster greatness, and will coach and support you to meet your goals and aspirations.

Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development. Our international alliance with Linklaters means we are able to support secondments all over the world.

Our perks

Our benefits include:
- Financial: market competitive fixed remuneration; salary continuance insurance, employee recruitment referral program, discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance, charity matched funding program.- Health and wellbeing: fully subsidised gym memberships, annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, in-house snacks and catered meals, subsidised sporting and social activities, emergency childcare, Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families and regular wellbeing sessions with our in-house consulting Psychologist.- Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions, equipment to support working from home.- Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave, access to an enhanced, inclusive and flexible- parental leave policy
- 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees and high quality executive coaching to support the transition.- Recognition: team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities, and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people.

Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issu