Simmons Adaptive – Interim Junior DORA/Commercial Lawyer

Simmons Adaptive – Interim Junior DORA/Commercial Lawyer Join to apply for the Simmons Adaptive – Interim Junior DORA/Commercial Lawyer role at Simmons & Simmons Overview Clients today need flexible resourcing solutions to meet the changing demands of the marketplace. Simmons & Simmons has always been willing to adapt and embrace new forms of service delivery to meet changing client demands. Simmons Adaptive is a flexible resourcing solution to meet client requirements at the same high quality you expect from Simmons & Simmons. We understand that our firm’s strength lies in our people and place great emphasis on recruiting and retaining staff who meet our high standards. About Us As an Adaptive consultant, you will be fully supported by the Simmons & Simmons team with a sponsoring Partner and a client team with whom we would encourage you to engage regularly. You will have access to the firm’s resources and know‑how and have the opportunity to be involved in training and development at the firm. Simmons Adaptive is the flexible resourcing team for the leading international law firm, Simmons & Simmons. For additional information on the firm, please visit www.simmons-simmons.com. Main purpose of the role Simmons Adaptive seeks newly qualified or junior lawyers, with prior commercial contracts or DORA experience, who are interested in supporting a prominent financial institution on an interim assignment. This is a full‑time role, starting in January, for 6 months. The role will focus on the remediation of DORA non‑critical contracts. Responsibilities Review amendments made to standard DORA non‑critical addenda. Assess the acceptability of supplier amendments using an established DORA non‑critical playbook. Liaise with internal procurement and IT teams regarding supplier mark‑ups. Collaborate with the legal contractor responsible for DORA critical contracts to ensure consistency and alignment. Escalate risks, delays, or issues to senior legal management as appropriate. Prepare responses to suppliers, including drafting emails and contract mark‑ups. Support procurement with project management tasks, such as updating status trackers. Person specification Junior or newly qualified lawyer. Experience preferably within financial services. Foundational understanding of commercial contracts; regulatory‑driven remediation work an advantage. Good drafting skills; some negotiation experience preferable. Ability to handle high volumes and competing priorities. Strong communication skills. Collaboration with supporting teams. Requires right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available). Why you should join Simmons Adaptive Access to high‑quality roles and work within Simmons & Simmons’ market‑leading clients. Support from a Simmons & Simmons sponsor partner while on external assignment. Access to the firm’s resources and know‑how during assignment. Invitation to in‑person and virtual networking events exclusively for Adaptive consultants, along with firm‑wide webinars and events. Backing of a leading international law firm. Equal opportunities Committed to promoting equality and diversity in the firm and equal opportunities in employment. Belief in equality of opportunity regardless of race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, etc. Support flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Background screening All recruits must undergo background screening, potentially including a DBS certificate. We do not discriminate unfairly on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. The firm’s policy on ex‑offender recruitment is available on request. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Legal Industries Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr