What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Information Officer position at LHH?
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
đź“Ť Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a highly respected, growth-oriented law firm seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead enterprise technology strategy and execution.
This is a true executive leadership role with direct impact on firm-wide performance, innovation, and long-term digital transformation strategy.
What You’ll Do
- Define and execute the firm’s long-term technology vision, aligning IT with business goals
- Partner with executive leadership to modernize systems and drive operational efficiency
- Lead enterprise initiatives across:
- Cloud infrastructure
- Cybersecurity & risk management
- AI and emerging technologies
- Practice management systems
- Oversee IT governance, policies, and compliance frameworks
- Drive business continuity & disaster recovery strategy
- Manage and optimize a multi-million-dollar IT budget
- Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing IT organization
- Present strategy, KPIs, and progress updates to executive leadership
- Own vendor strategy, contract negotiations, and service delivery outcomes
- Identify opportunities to leverage AI and legal/professional services technology for competitive advantage
What We’re Looking For
- 10 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including senior-level roles
- Coming from a law firm, professional services, or a reputable consulting firm
- Proven success building and executing enterprise technology strategies
Expertise across:
- Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
- Cybersecurity and data privacy frameworks
- IT governance and infrastructure operations
- Experience leading digital transformation initiatives in complex organizations
- Strong knowledge of enterprise tools (Microsoft 365, Azure AD, SQL, etc.)
- Experience managing large IT budgets and vendor ecosystems
- Exceptional executive communication skills — able to translate technical concepts into business impact
Compensation & Benefits (
- Base Salary: $275,000 – $325,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Bonus: Annual performance-based incentive
- Benefits Include: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Generous PTO paid holidays
- Flexible/hybrid work environment
- Executive-level leadership exposure and growth
Why This Role
- Executive seat at the table driving firm-wide strategy
- High visibility with direct impact on growth and innovation
- Opportunity to lead AI adoption and modernization initiatives
- Strong culture focused on collaboration, integrity, and performance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.
Salary : $275,000 - $325,000