Director, Innovation and Digital

About us

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid provides the environment for our teams to thrive and make a real impact. As we drive momentum in the energy transition for all, we are committed to ensuring that every employee feels empowered and engaged. Join us as a Director of Innovation and Digital and discover your superpower.

National Grid is hiring a Manager of Director of Innovation and Digital. This position is be based in Warwick or London.

About The Role

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for technology and a drive to transform the legal landscape? We are on the lookout for a dynamic Director of Innovation and Digital to join our General Counsel function. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to lead the charge in redefining how legal services are delivered through cutting-edge technology and innovative strategies.

As the Director of Innovation and Digital, you will be at the forefront of our legal innovation strategy, responsible for implementing and adopting state-of-the-art legal technology. Your mission? To enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and digital maturity of our legal department. You will be a key player in driving transformation initiatives that leverage AI, data-driven decision-making, and change management to propel our legal function into the future.

What You'll Do

Legal Digital Strategy & Innovation:

• Craft and execute a comprehensive innovation and digital strategy that aligns with our broader business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to legal leadership, providing insights on the latest trends in technology and digital transformation.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement by staying ahead of emerging digital tools and technologies.

Technology Assessment & Optimization:

• Evaluate our current legal technology landscape, identify gaps, and drive the selection and optimization of legal tech solutions.

Transformation & Change Management:

• Lead transformation initiatives, including process mapping and workflow analysis, to drive the adoption of new technologies across legal teams.
• Collaborate with IT and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of technology and data-driven practices.

AI & Digital Enablement:

• Champion the use of AI and digital tools to streamline legal processes and enhance collaboration.
• Design and implement training programs to build digital and data literacy within the team.

Data Analytics Enhancement:

• Develop a comprehensive data program to capture and analyze legal data, enabling actionable insights and improved decision-making.

Team Building & Leadership:

• Build and lead a high-performing team equipped to meet current and future innovation needs.
• Drive cultural change and manage complex projects with a collaborative approach.

About You

• Significant experience in legal operations, legal technology, or innovation roles within a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Proven track record of leading digital transformation initiatives in a legal or professional services environment.
• Deep understanding of legal technology, AI, data analytics, and process improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in building and managing high-performing teams.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and navigate evolving technology landscapes.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Salary: circa £70,000 – £90,000 per annum (dependent on location, capability, and experience).
• Full Electric Compay Car
• Bonus: On Target 20%

 
Additional benefits:
 

• Flexible benefits such as a cycle scheme, share incentive plan, technology schemes
• Ongoing career development and support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave – so long as it is relevant to your role
• Access to apps such as digital GP service for round the clock access to GP video consultations and NHS repeat prescriptions, wellbeing app to support your health and fitness
• Access to Work + Family Space, providing support and resources for work and family life, including paid emergency childcare and eldercare

More Infromation

This role is offered on a permenant basis.
 
We are also offering hybrid /flexible working where travel to the office will be as per business need. Base location for this role will be Warwick or London

This role closes on 15th July however we strongly encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible. 

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.