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Chief Technology Officer
Philadelphia, PAJPC Partners is looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) that has experience in legal technology, including Aderant, iManage, and cloud transformation leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Define and Drive Technology Strategy
Align the firm’s tech roadmap with business goals and emerging trends in the legal industry. - Oversee IT Operations and Infrastructure
Ensure strong system performance, security, and reliable vendor relationships. - Lead Cloud Migrations
Manage transitions from on-premise systems (e.g., iManage, Aderant) to secure, cloud-based platforms with minimal disruption. - Act as Subject Matter Expert
Provide leadership on Aderant (financial systems) and iManage (document management) to ensure best practices and system optimization. - Collaborate Across Departments
Partner with leadership, legal teams, finance, and operations to deliver solutions that boost productivity and enhance client service. - Drive Innovation and Efficiency
Identify, recommend, and implement new technologies and process improvements across the firm. - Manage Teams and Vendors
Direct internal IT staff and external partners to support both daily operations and strategic projects. - Ensure Compliance and Cybersecurity
Maintain alignment with industry regulations and legal-specific cybersecurity standards.
- 8 - 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 3 years in a law firm or professional services environment
- Extensive knowledge of Aderant and iManage, with hands-on experience in implementation, administration, and optimization
- Proven success leading IT strategy and enterprise modernization, including cloud migrations (iManage Cloud, Azure, or AWS preferred)
- A strategic mindset with the ability to execute both long-term initiatives and daily operational needs
- Strong grasp of legal workflows, compliance requirements, and document security best practices
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a proven ability to collaborate across departments and influence executive leadership
- A Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (Advanced degrees or certifications such as PMP, Azure, or iManage Certified are a plus)