Interim Corporate Lawyer – Junior

Simmons & Simmons

. Support a key client at Simmons & Simmons as a junior corporate lawyer .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate law with strong contract review and drafting skills, while effectively managing workloads and collaborating with teams in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Qualified Lawyer1-2 Years PQEContract ReviewContract DraftingProblem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Corporate LawContract ReviewContract Drafting

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCollaborationOrganisationTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Right To Work In The UKDBS Certificate

Industry Keywords

Corporate LawLegal SupportClient EngagementRemote WorkTight Deadlines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a key client at Simmons & Simmons as a junior corporate lawyer
Undertake a full-time, fully remote assignment expected to last 3 months
Review and draft contracts
Work independently while escalating matters when appropriate
Collaborate with the wider team and client team
Prioritise workloads and deliver work effectively to tight deadlines
Engage regularly with a sponsoring Partner and client team
Participate in training, development, networking events, webinars, and firmwide events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified lawyer with 1-2 years PQE in corporate law
Comfortable working independently and knowing when to escalate matters
Strong contract review and drafting skills
Problem-solving ability and collaborative approach
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-moving environment
Ability to work quickly and effectively to tight deadlines
Excellent organisation skills and ability to prioritise workloads
Ability to work autonomously and collaborate as part of the wider team
Required to hold the relevant right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available
Required to complete the employer's background screening process; this may include a DBS certificate depending on the position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to high-quality roles and work within Simmons & Simmons’ market-leading clients
Support from a Simmons & Simmons ‘sponsor Partner’ whilst on external assignment
Access to the Firm's resources and Know-how when on assignment
Invitations to in-person and virtual networking events exclusively for Adaptive consultants, along with firmwide webinars and events
Backing of a leading international law firm
Training and development opportunities at the Firm
Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
Fully remote work arrangement