Technology Strategy Development: Develop and implement a regional technology strategy that aligns with the firm's global priorities. Focus on leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance legal service delivery and operational efficiency. Create and maintain a strategic regional technology roadmap in alignment with regional leaders and overall global strategy. Proactively stay at the forefront of legal technology trends and industry developments to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge. IT Operations Management: Provide strategic oversight and direction for regional IT support functions, overseeing day-to-day AI-driven IT operations to ensure high reliability and exceptional service delivery. Innovation and Digital Transformation: Lead digital transformation initiatives, including the adoption of AI-driven solutions, automation, and data analytics. Identify opportunities to innovate and improve processes through technology. Understand and analyse the technology needs of the firm and implement those into to the region ensuring seamless integration and alignment with change management goals. Client Engagement and Support: Act as a senior trusted strategic technical advisor to Partners, senior legal professionals and business professional teams. Lead and build an expert team to guide users to implement technology solutions. Ensure that IT services meet the evolving needs of internal clients and enhance their productivity. Team Leadership and Development: Build, lead and mentor a high-performing IT team of application specialists. Cultivate a culture of continuous learning and professional development, encouraging team members to stay abreast of the emerging technology trends and best practices. Risk Management and Compliance: Ensure that IT operations adhere to regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Collaborate with the global Information Security team to implement robust security measures to protect sensitive data and proactively mitigate risks. Budget Management: Develop and manage the regional IT budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources. Monitor expenditures and identify opportunities to optimise costs without compromising service quality.