Pearson Carter are working with an established regional law firm that provides a broad portfolio of legal services to commercial organisations, private clients and other professional bodies. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality client service, the firm has developed an excellent reputation within its market and continues to invest in its people, systems and internal technology.

As the organisation continues to modernise and enhance its technology environment, they are seeking an experienced IT Developer to take responsibility for developing, maintaining and improving a range of business-critical applications and systems.

You will work across a diverse technology stack, with exposure to Microsoft Power Platform, VisualFiles, Microsoft 365, .NET, SQL and third-party integrations. The successful candidate will help deliver new solutions, enhance existing applications, automate business processes and provide technical support across key systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining software development with application support and business engagement. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, helping to identify areas where technology can improve processes, increase efficiency and provide a better experience for users.

If you're ready to take the next step in your development career and want a role where you can make a tangible difference, get in touch!

• Develop, configure and maintain business applications using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate and Power BI.
• Manage and enhance VisualFiles environments, including workflows, forms, templates, scripts and related functionality.
• Assess existing business processes and recommend opportunities for automation, optimisation and improved system functionality.
• Build and maintain connections between internal systems, Microsoft 365, VisualFiles, Power Platform and external applications.
• Support the development and ongoing maintenance of applications written using .NET and C#.
• Work with SQL databases to retrieve, manipulate and maintain data, as well as investigate and resolve database issues.
• Analyse application and integration faults, identify root causes and implement effective technical solutions.
• Develop and execute appropriate testing processes before changes are introduced into live environments.
• Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation relating to applications, integrations, workflows and system changes.
• Work with stakeholders and end users to capture business requirements and turn them into effective technology solutions.
• Take ownership of assigned development projects, application upgrades and system enhancement initiatives.
• Work alongside the wider IT function to ensure business applications remain stable, secure and fit for purpose.
• Review existing systems and proactively suggest improvements to functionality, performance, automation and usability.
• Assist with the ongoing evolution of the firm's application estate as new technologies and business requirements emerge.

• Demonstrable experience developing, maintaining or supporting business applications in a professional or commercial organisation.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform, particularly Power Apps and Power Automate.
• Experience working with VisualFiles, legal case management software or another enterprise workflow/application platform.
• Good knowledge of SQL and experience working with relational databases.
• Experience integrating applications and services using APIs, Dataverse, REST or similar technologies.
• Working knowledge of C# and .NET, or a strong background in another object-oriented programming environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate issues spanning applications, databases, integrations and data.
• Experience taking software changes through appropriate development, testing and deployment processes.
• Understanding of source control, development methodologies and software engineering best practices.
• Comfortable working with users and stakeholders to establish requirements, investigate problems and deliver appropriate solutions.
• Ability to organise and prioritise a mixture of development work, application support and project activity.
• Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering practical outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters to colleagues with varying levels of technical knowledge.
• Experience within the legal sector, professional services or another highly regulated industry would be beneficial.

Salary is dependent on experience and looking to go up to £60k.

This is a hybrid role where you are expected in the office in Dudley twice a week.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Please apply ASAP with your CV to be considered for this position. You can also get in touch with me on [email protected] or 0191 406 6111.