UK top 100 law firm Walker Morris hires Julia Elliott as its new CIO – Legal IT Insider

UK top 100 law firm Walker Morris has appointed Julia Elliott as its new chief information officer (CIO). Elliott joins from the financial services sector, most recently financial adviser network Tenet Group, where she was director of IT and change. Prior to that she held senior roles at Engage Mutual and Skipton Building Society.

Commenting on Elliott’s appointment in a statement, Jeanette Burgess, who took over as managing partner of Walker Morris in May 2024, becoming the first woman to hold the role, said: “Julia’s impressive track record in successfully contributing to and implementing technology strategies assures us of her ability to enhance our capabilities. Innovation is a core focus for our firm, and we’re eager to see how Julia will help us embed innovative tech solutions at all levels and across all business areas. We’re particularly excited to see how Julia’s expertise will contribute to reaching our Ambition 27 goals – our three-year growth strategy – driving our firm forward in this rapidly evolving technological landscape.”

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Elliott added: “The CIO position at Walker Morris immediately attracted me because of the firm’s progressive approach to innovation, which perfectly aligns with my passion for driving impactful tech transformations. I’m eager to contribute to a company with a strong national and international reputation that truly values the role of innovation in achieving its ambitious vision. I’ll ensure that future technology decisions are relevant and suitable for Walker Morris, supporting the company’s objectives and continuous innovation.”

To read more about what’s happening at Walker Morris, visit: https://www.walkermorris.co.uk

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