Junior Developer

Company Description

Complex Law, specialises in Mis-sold PCP Claims & Litigation, Company Law, and Property Disputes. The team consists of seasoned legal professionals with extensive expertise who work closely with clients as trusted partners to navigate the legal landscape successfully. They are dedicated to achieving success on behalf of their clients through innovative strategies and continuous learning.

Job Description: Junior Developer

We are looking for an enthusiastic Junior Developer to join our growing team. This entry-level position offers excellent opportunities for career development and hands-on experience across both software development and IT support.

The role is hybrid in nature: you will work on Proclaim case management development, contribute to the development of modern web applications, and support general IT infrastructure and helpdesk activities. You will report to the Head of IT and receive mentorship and training while gaining exposure to a wide range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and customise solutions within the Proclaim case management system to meet business requirements

• C ontribute to the design and development of web applications, including frontend and backend components.

• Participate in the full development lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment

• Write clean, maintainable code following established coding standards and best practices

• Create and maintain technical documentation

• Contribute to code reviews and collaborative development processes

• Help maintain and support existing applications and systems. 

• Provide helpdesk support for staff, troubleshooting issues and assisting with PC setup/configuration. (Might involve fixing a printer every now and then)

• Assist with infrastructure support including Microsoft Entra and related IT systems.

• Bring a fresh set of eyes and forward-thinking ideas.

Learning & Development

• Participate in training programs and professional development opportunities

• Stay current with emerging technologies and development methodologies

• Build skills in both software engineering and IT operations. 

Essential Requirements

• Genuine passion for technology and strong interest in pursuing a career in software development

• Demonstrated willingness to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and methodologies

• Strong foundation in programming fundamentals, relational and non-relational databases, and object-oriented programming concepts

• Problem-solving ability, attention to detail and a positive, proactive mindset. 

• Evidence of self-directed learning through personal projects, online courses, or self-study.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with Proclaim case management system or similar legal software (comprehensive training will be provided regardless of experience level)

• Formal qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

• Knowledge of web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, Javascript, React, Typescript, Tailwind, Python, Flask or REST APIs

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)

• Knowledge of LLM ’ s and CLI coding tools (Codex, Claude code, etc). 

• Understanding of agile development methodologies , DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

• Previous internship or work experience in software development

• Understanding of legal sector workflows and case management processes

What We're Looking For

We value passion and potential over formal credentials. We want to see candidates who have taken the initiative to learn programming on their own, whether through online resources, boot camps, personal projects, or self-study.

We're looking for someone with strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities who can work effectively in a team environment. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and adapt to new technologies with a self-motivated, positive attitude toward challenges, while maintaining attention to detail and a commitment to quality. Most importantly, we want to see someone who demonstrates initiative through personal or educational coding projects. You must be comfortable with a startup environment where flexibility is key. 

Show us what you've built, what you're curious about, and how you approach learning new technologies. We welcome applications from career changers, self-taught developers, boot camp graduates, and anyone with a genuine passion for technology and coding.

Salary Range

£25,000 - £28,000 per annum

Application Process

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and your journey into software development. We particularly encourage you to include:

• Links to personal projects, GitHub repositories, or portfolio work

• Examples of code you've written (even if it's from tutorials or personal learning)

• Details about any self-directed learning you've undertaken

• What excites you most about software development and why you want to pursue this career.