Description
Owen Bird Law Corporation is a downtown, full-service, mid-sized law firm committed to providing exceptional service and outstanding results for our clients.
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Director of Technology to join our team. Reporting directly to the Executive Committee, this role provides both strategic leadership and hands-on technical oversight of the firm's technology environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that technology supports the firm's operational, security, and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
As the firm's senior technology leader, you will be responsible for the overall management, direction, and performance of the IT department. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing relationships with managed service provider (MSP), software vendors, and other technology partners, while ensuring service quality, accountability, and alignment with business needs
- Overseeing cybersecurity governance, risk management, compliance, and business continuity planning
- Leading and participating in technology projects, upgrades, implementations, and modernization initiatives
- Managing the IT budget and technology investments
- Establishing priorities and ensuring the effective delivery of IT services across the firm, including oversight of the Help Desk function and end-user support services
- Acting as the firm’s senior technology resource and primary escalation point for significant technical issues, including hands-on involvement in key projects and initiatives when required
- Providing practical technology guidance and support to lawyers and staff on key initiatives and business needs
- Advising firm leadership on emerging technologies, risks, and strategic opportunities
What You Bring
The ideal candidate will bring a well-rounded combination of formal education, technical expertise, leadership experience, and a strong understanding of legal or professional services environments.
Qualifications include:
- A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Industry-recognized certifications (such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, or similar) are considered an asset
- Proven experience in IT leadership, preferably within a law firm or professional services organization
- Demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity, IT governance, MSP oversight, technology planning, and budgeting
- Experience evaluating and implementing legal technology solutions
- The ability to translate technical concepts into practical business recommendations
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills
- A collaborative leadership style with a commitment to service excellence
- A strong technical foundation and the ability to remain engaged with day-to-day technology operations when required
- Experience with Microsoft 365, cloud technologies, cybersecurity tools, and business application platforms
Compensation
 The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $170,000, reflective of experience, qualifications and expertise. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including an RRSP Matching Program.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining a collegial and professional firm culture, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact:
Astrid Waalwijk
Director of Human Resources & Administration
604-691-7546