Front End Developer

Department/Division: Innovation   
Location: UK             

Reference Number: 7842

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and deployment of intuitive, responsive legal tech solutions from concept to production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, design user-centred interfaces, and maintain clear communication on project status and risks.
• Implement best practices in UI/UX design, accessibility (WCAG), and performance optimization, ensuring high-quality and maintainable front-end solutions.
• Conduct code reviews, develop projects using modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js), version control
• Integrate front-end applications with backend APIs and AI services, including Large Language Models (LLMs), to create dynamic user experiences.
• Champion robust quality assurance, testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress), and adherence to security, data privacy, and compliance standards.
• Identify opportunities to optimize workflows, infrastructures, and technology stacks, driving continuous improvement across projects and teams.

Required experience, skills, and attributes

 Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience in front-end development and UI/UX design, supported by a strong portfolio of responsive, interactive web applications.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, along with proficiency in modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js) and a solid grasp of cross-browser compatibility and performance optimisation.
• Deep understanding of user-centred design principles and methodologies, including usability, accessibility (WCAG), information architecture, and responsive design.
• Experience using design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision, with the ability to translate design concepts into high-quality, production-ready code.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams—including data scientists, product managers, backend engineers, and other stakeholders—to deliver cohesive and intuitive digital solutions.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Experience integrating front-end applications with APIs and backend services to build dynamic, data-driven user experiences.
• Knowledge of modern testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Jest, Cypress) to ensure robust quality assurance and application performance.
• Experience with cloud deployment practices for front-end applications, including containerization and continuous integration/deployment pipelines on platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Knowledge of interfacing with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-based services to integrate advanced features into user interfaces.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy.   
• Can clearly explain problems and issues to others and contribute to their resolution. 
• Able to prioritise and multi-task particularly when working under pressure and to tight project deadlines.
• Able to interact positively at all levels and a good team player. 
• Able to demonstrate excellent customer / client facing skills. 
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances. 
• Can demonstrate confidence and resilience to overcome obstacles to deliver what is required. 
• Strong problem solving skills to deal with complex issues. 
• Can demonstrate initiative and the ability to be proactive, while also being able to follow instructions and provide support to the Applications Services Manager.  
• Experience of working in a law firm or a professional services environment would be an advantage.

Firm Profile

Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com

Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity.

Equal Opportunities

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.

During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.

If you have any questions about this or the role criteria, please email recruitment.matters@dentons.com. 

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email  recruitment.matters@dentons.com. Enquiries only please – applications will not be accepted via email.

Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.