About This Job
Are you passionate about technology? Do you thrive on your ability to use technology to protect a firm and improve its operational efficiency? Does leading a team inspire you? Do you thrive on the idea of working for a law firm celebrated for its victories against the biggest corporations worldwide? A firm whose Managing Partner is even the subject of an upcoming movie.
As our Director of Technology, you'll be the driving force behind aligning our technology, processes, and talent. Your leadership will optimize legal operations, control costs, mitigate risks, and propel the overall success and competitive edge of Wisner Baum.
Founded in Los Angeles, California in 1985, Wisner Baum has built a distinguished reputation for pioneering legal breakthroughs, holding major corporations accountable, influencing public policy, and raising awareness on critical safety issues. With over $4 billion in verdicts and settlements, our extensive trial experience spans a broad range of practice areas, making us leaders in the field.
Outcomes You’ll Achieve
- Achieve a technology roadmap that enhances operational efficiency, supports business growth, and fosters a competitive edge in the industry.
- Cultivate a collaborative and innovative work culture within the technology team. Maintain high team morale and productivity, resulting in the timely delivery of high-quality technology solutions.
- Maintain a highly resilient and secure technology infrastructure that supports the organization's current and future needs. Minimize system downtimes and ensure smooth technology operations.
- Optimize resource allocation to ensure projects are completed within budget and timelines. Demonstrate cost-effectiveness and efficiency in technology investments.
- Build partnerships that contribute to the organization's technological capabilities and market positioning. Negotiate favorable contracts that align with the firm’s strategic and financial objectives.
- Establish a secure technology environment, safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring business continuity. Demonstrate adherence to relevant regulations and industry standards.
- Foster an environment where employees are encouraged to explore and implement innovative technologies. Conduct research that results in the identification and adoption of technologies that positively impact the organization.
What you Bring to The Table
- Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or relevant experience.
- Law Firm IT Expertise: Progressive IT experience in a law firm, including leadership roles.
- Technical Proficiency: Expertise in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
- Project Management: Strong project management skills with a proven track record of driving large-scale IT projects to completion.
- Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
What’s Its In For You
● Great Company Culture. We pride ourselves on our exceptional culture where your growth is not just encouraged, but actively invested in. We know that when our team members thrive, our firm thrives, and allows us to have a positive impact on our world.
● Making an Impact. We know that each and every team member plays a pivotal role in our mission. We recognize that investing in and empowering our team members leads to employees who are genuinely passionate about their work, which in turn maximizes their impact.
● Focused on your Growth. Our coaching, continuous feedback, and personalized development plans are designed to empower each team member to reach their full potential.
● Rest and Relaxation. We are committed to the well-being of our employees, and we understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. To support this, we offer generous paid holidays, sick leave, and Flexible Time Off, so that our team members may step away from work when needed.
● Health Benefits. Our employees' physical and mental well-being is of utmost importance to us. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring that you have access to quality healthcare. Additionally, we provide a 401(k) plan to help you secure your financial future.
