Director of Technology

The Bruning Law Firm LLC • St. Louis, MO

6d • $0 - $185,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Bruning Law Firm (BLF) is a "digital-first," "data-driven" organization focused on fighting for clients' rights. They utilize a sophisticated Salesforce platform ecosystem to innovate the legal industry and enhance client service and case outcomes. BLF is a leading personal injury firm in St. Louis, driven by the philosophy that technology is a cornerstone of their competitive advantage. They are seeking a strategic technology leader to join their executive team and accelerate their growth.

As the Director of Technology, you will be the chief architect of the firm's technological ecosystem and a key business advisor to the leadership team. You will lead a team to define and deliver technical strategy, automate workflows, and manage the data that drives success. Your role involves developing and executing a multi-year strategic roadmap to support the firm's goal of providing excellent client representation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of technical experience with a demonstrated record of success in growing people, processes, and organizational resources.
• 3+ years of management experience with direct reports.
• Hands-on Salesforce platform expertise, including comfort with code-reviewing Apex, auditing flow architecture, and acting as a senior practitioner.
• Solid expertise in cloud computing platforms.
• Strong background in managing integrated SaaS environments.
• Experience with data analytics and data-driven decision-making.
• Enthusiasm for AI and its potential to enhance employee and customer experiences.
• Ability to flex between high-level strategy and tactical execution.
• Strong business acumen.
• Ability to communicate a vision with patience and clarity to various stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Active Salesforce certifications (Admin, Platform Developer, Application Architect).

Responsibilities

• Own the firm's technology stack and data strategy, leveraging technology to drive profitable and sustainable growth.
• Partner with firm leadership on annual budgeting, strategic planning, and firm-wide goals.
• Manage the comprehensive technology budget and vendor relationships for maximum ROI.
• Develop and execute a firm-wide AI strategy using tools like Claude and Salesforce Agentforce.
• Inspire, develop, and lead a high-performing team to achieve strategic goals.
• Foster a team culture of proactive problem-solving, accountability, continuous improvement, and outstanding internal customer service.
• Oversee all technological strategy and architecture, including infrastructure, security, and policy, to ensure a sustainable backbone for the firm.
• Optimize the Salesforce-centric environment.
• Ensure systems and workflows adhere to data security and regulatory compliance standards (HIPAA, ABA Rules, etc.).
• Establish and enforce best practices for technology assets and internal processes.
• Lead and execute a multi-year roadmap for investments in automation and digital solutions.
• Ensure the overall tech strategy is scalable, secure, and integrates seamlessly.
• Deconstruct, analyze, and automate core business processes from marketing and lead intake to client onboarding and case management.
• Cultivate a culture that embraces digital change and data-driven decision-making.
• Serve as a strategic advisor for leaders and team members across the firm.
• Build strong relationships and collaboration with other department heads.
• Work with department leaders to deliver aligned success and integrated technology solutions.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance
• Competitive base salary of $185,000
• Performance-based annual bonus tied to firm goals and KPIs
• Fully employer-paid benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Life insurance for employee level coverage with additional elective coverage available
• 401(k) plan with a 3% employer contribution after 1 year of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director