Head of Product Development

Head of Product Development

Location: you can be based in any of the following office Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge, Chelmsford
Term: Permanent
Flexible Hybrid Working | UK Top 50 Law Firm | Strategic Tech Leadership Role

£60-73k

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 M365 development tools including Power Automate, Logic Apps, and Canvas Apps.

About You

• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience and 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and Azure DevOps practices.
• Expertise in .NET, C#, React/JavaScript, microservices architecture, APIs, and automation frameworks.
• 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
• Scottish Widows pension (5% employer/5% employee)
• Enhanced parental leave and paid CSR day
• Electric car scheme and subsidised gym membership
• Flexible hybrid working and "Dress for Your Day" policy

Get in touch if you're keen!