About the Role
We are seeking an Associate (1-3 PQE) to join our growing Digital Business team in either Bristol or London. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with strong commercial technology experience to work on high-profile technology and digital transformation matters for leading domestic and international clients. You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers across the Digital Business group and gain exposure to a broad range of complex and innovative transactions.
Responsibilities
- Advise on technology procurement, licensing and implementation projects.
- Advise on cloud services and SaaS arrangements.
- Advise on outsourcing and managed services transactions.
- Advise on AI and emerging technology projects.
- Advise on commercialisation, development and deployment of technology products and services.
- Advise on complex commercial contracts and strategic technology arrangements.
- Work as part of collaborative, cross-border teams.
- Take early responsibility.
- Develop client relationships.
- Contribute to business development initiatives across the practice.
Requirements
- 1-3 years' PQE gained within a leading commercial, technology or commercial contracts practice.
- Strong experience advising on commercial technology transactions, technology procurement, outsourcing and/or complex commercial contracts.
- An interest in AI, digital transformation and emerging technologies.
- Strong drafting, technical and analytical skills.
- Excellent academics.
- Commercially minded with a strong client focus.
- Able to work effectively as part of a collaborative and inclusive team.
- Enthusiastic, proactive and keen to build a long-term career within a leading international practice.
Skills
- Commercial technology transactions
- Technology procurement
- Outsourcing
- Complex commercial contracts
- AI
- Digital transformation
- Emerging technologies
- Data protection
- Privacy matters
- Drafting
- Technical skills
- Analytical skills
Location
- Bristol
- London
Work Type
- Hybrid working model
- Minimum of three days in-office
Experience Level
- 1-3 PQE
Education Level
- Excellent academics
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive compensation package
Benefits
- Bonuses
- Private medical insurance
- Pension contribution
- Global skills academy offering extensive learning opportunities
- Integration of traditional legal expertise with innovative Simmons & Simmons Solutions
- Vibrant social and sports committees
- Art collections featuring renowned artists
About the Company
- Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive.
- Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet.
- We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background.
- You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward.
- Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.
- Recognition as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
- The introduction of a Strategic Advisory Council to drive strategic initiatives in line with our mission.
Equal Opportunity
- We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, offering equal employment opportunities to all applicants irrespective of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and more.
- Flexible working arrangements are supported, and we strive to make our roles accessible to all.
- Our employee networks offer additional support, detailed in our D&I Information booklet provided during the recruitment process.
- We value diversity and encourage applications from those who are passionate and willing to grow with us, even if not all requirements are met.
- Your unique experiences and perspectives are welcomed here.
