IT Software Developer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Addleshaw Goddard are looking for software developers with a passion to create and deliver the next generation of legal solution. We are working on some really unique projects right now, and there will be lots of exposure to areas such as data visualisations, machine learning and AI to deliver the benefits AG's clients are demanding.
This exciting role will see you working directly with the Innovation & Legal Technology Team, formed to blend technology and legal expertise. We develop, test, invest in and embrace new technology on a continuous basis in order to enable the smart delivery of legal services to perform work more efficiently and cost-effectively for our clients.
The team create exciting new tools and solutions that change the way lawyers perform their work, and enhancing our service to our clients. The role will allow direct interaction with our legal technologists, lawyers and clients discussing product and solution concepts before their development.
Reporting to the IT Development Manager, you will be a motivated self-starter and have a natural interest in development technologies and how they can be used to make a real world impact. As a developer, you will work closely with senior developers and ILT Senior Managers.
What will the role involve:
You'll get to collaborate with Software Developers, Legal Technologists and Legal subject matter experts to design and build high quality and innovative legal technology solutions.
You'll assist and support Legal Technologists and junior developers with coding activities and provide guidance as to industry best practice.
You'll assist and advise on the integration of internally developed, externally developed and commercial off the shelf applications.
You'll plan, prioritise and schedule individual workload in conjunction with the IT Software Development Manager and IManagement team.
You'll assist the team to identify and evaluate candidate technologies and platforms, building prototypes and proofs of concept.
You'll be willing to deliver at pace and with flexibility to changing client requirements with the aim of delighting our clients.
You'll get the opportunity to demonstrate solutions to technical and legal user audiences of all levels up to and including senior management.
You'll be evaluating new technologies, suggesting improvements & keeping our stack, pipelines & processes at the cutting edge.
You'll have the opportunity to design and development of appropriate components, APIs and libraries to promote reuse.
You'll help capture and estimate system requirements.
You'll provide appropriate technical documentation and adhere to the IT department's processes and practices.
You'll get to deliver using an agreed Agile/Scrum methodology and appropriate toolsets.
You'll get to follow best software development practice ensuring that code is documented, peer re
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Salary: Competitive
Location: Manchester
Vacancy Type: Business Services Professionals
Business Area: Information Technology
Contract Type: Permanent
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Legal
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for IT Software Developer roles across Addleshaw Goddard's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Legal.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £42,976 - £46,175 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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