Simmons & Simmons

Interim Employment Relations Professional

Simmons & SimmonsPosted Sep 10, 2026

Job Description

Main purpose of the role:

Simmons Adaptive are seeking an experienced Employment Relations professional to support our client, a major financial services institution on an interim basis for 4-5 months, with potential to go permanent.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ER specialist (or employment lawyer with strong ER experience) to work in a close-knit, supportive team, gaining exposure to complex ER matters within a large, regulated environment.

Person specification:

  • You are an experienced ER professional (also suitable for an employment lawyer with substantial ER experience).
  • You are equipped with strong technical ER knowledge and a solid understanding of UK employment and ER law.
  • You are a problem solver and offer a collaborative approach.
  • You are able to work in a dynamic and fast moving environment.
  • You are able to work quickly and effectively to tight deadlines. You have excellent organisation skills with the ability to effectively prioritise workloads.
  • You can work autonomously but can also collaborate as part of the wider team.
  • You will be required to hold the relevant right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available).

Why you should join Simmons Adaptive:

  • You will have access to high-quality roles and work within Simmons & Simmons' market-leading clients
  • You'll have support from a Simmons & Simmons 'sponsor Partner' whilst on external assignment
  • You will be given access to the Firms' resources and Know-how when on assignment
  • We will invite you to our in-person and virtual networking events exclusively for Adaptive consultants, along with firmwide webinars and events
  • You will have the backing of a leading international law firm.

Location: London
Employment Type: Full time
Job Requisition ID: JR102245

About the Company

Simmons & Simmons Adaptive:

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 is equal only to the strengths of our people and place great emphasis on recruiting and retaining staff who meet our high standards.

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 on a regular basis. 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 leading international law firm, Simmons & Simmons.

About Simmons & Simmons:

Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. We're an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities.

A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation. For personal growth and professional challenge. For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.

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