Director of IT Enterprise Systems

Location: Open to all Harris Beach Murtha offices (Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Long Island (Uniondale), NYC, Rochester, Syracuse and White Plains, NY; Boston, MA; Bantam, Hartford, New Haven and Stamford, CT) for a hybrid opportunity.

Do you have experience leading enterprise applications in a fast-paced professional services environment? Are you excited about the opportunity to join an innovative, growing law firm that has been successful for more than 165 years?

Harris Beach Murtha is looking for a Director of IT Enterprise Systems to lead the strategy, management, and optimization of the firm’s core business systems. You will THRIVE in this role if you have:

5+ years of experience in IT management in a law firm or professional services environment (required)

3+ years of experience in both data and business analysis (preferred)
A bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field (preferred)
Strong SQL Server skills, including writing and optimizing complex queries, troubleshooting data issues, supporting integrations, developing reports, and working with data warehouse structures and reporting datasets

The Director of IT Enterprise Systems will ensure that enterprise platforms are stable, integrated, and aligned with firm operations, while driving continuous improvements in efficiency, usability, and data quality. Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to:

Lead the architecture, integration, and support of core platforms including document management, financial systems, timekeeping, intake/conflicts, and docketing systems
Ensure reliable data integration across systems and platforms
Monitor system performance, availability, and reliability
Lead troubleshooting and resolution of system issues
Manage major initiatives including upgrades, migrations, and new system implementations
Improve data quality, reporting, and automation opportunities
Ensure systems meet firm security and compliance requirements
Serve as primary liaison with application vendors and stakeholders
Provide efficient and continuous improvement
Streamline workflows and reduce redundant processes
Implement automation and AI where appropriate
Rationalize overlapping systems to reduce complexity
Improve system usability and adoption
Enhance reporting to support data-driven decisions
Occasionally travel

Harris Beach Murtha recognizes everyone has a right to be included. You will be successful in your career at the firm if you:

Exhibit the ability to effectively multi-task, meet deadlines, and provide solutions in a fast-paced office setting

Believe in the firm’s core values: collaboration, inclusion, ingenuity, respect, integrity, and commitment

Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm
Are comfortable working in the office on a hybrid schedule
Have the flexibility to work varying hours each week (including some nights)

Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this position during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period, agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at resumes@harrisbeachmurtha.com to inquire about potential collaboration for this position. 
Salary information will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position, geographic locations and weekly hours schedule. The anticipated weekly schedule for the Director of IT Enterprise Systems is 40 hours per week. 
Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester and Syracuse, NY: $120-$180K
NYC, Uniondale, and White Plains, NY: $150-$200K
#LI-HybridHarris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.