iManage Applications Analyst FTC

Birmingham

7 months ago

Applications closed

Legal Applications Analyst with iManage Experience

12 Month FTC

Competitive Salary

Birmingham

Hybrid Working

Join a leading UK law firm specialising in intellectual property. This 12 month fixed term contract offers a chance to support and optimise the firm’s legal applications with a strong focus on iManage and document management tools. If you have hands on experience in legal technology and enjoy bridging IT and business, this role is for you.

As a Legal Applications Analyst you will provide second and third line support for iManage and other key legal applications. You will ensure seamless business as usual operations and work closely with vendors and IT teams to enhance document management systems application performance and user experience. The role also involves supporting AI initiatives to improve workflows and automation within legal technology systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver expert support and troubleshooting for iManage client server and third party tools
Administer and configure iManage Control Centre manage system patching and upgrades
Monitor application performance and liaise with vendors and internal IT teams to resolve issues
Support document management processes including metadata version control and filing standards
Assist with iManage onboarding and offboarding processes for legal teams
Collaborate on AI tools integration and automation projects to enhance legal workflows
Act as the main contact between business users and vendors for legal applications support and enhancements

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Proven experience as an Applications Specialist or Applications Analyst within legal services or other professional services firms
Deep knowledge of iManage desktop clients server components and Control Centre configuration
Experience with iManage Work REST API document import tools and workspace generation
Proficient in SQL TSQL and PowerShell scripting for data management and automation tasks
Familiarity with Active Directory Group Policy Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Server patching processes
Understanding of cybersecurity standards such as Cyber Essentials or ISO27001 is desirable
Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and within a team

Legal Applications Analyst with iManage Experience

12 Month FTC

Competitive Salary

Birmingham

Hybrid Working

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