Digital Adoption Specialist/IT Trainer in Bristol

Digital Adoption Specialist/IT TrainerJoin to apply for the Digital Adoption Specialist/IT Trainer role at Simmons & Simmons. This is an exciting opportunity for the Digital Adoption team in our London or Bristol office.

Role OverviewThe Digital Adoption Specialist/IT Trainer is responsible for supporting the implementation and utilisation of digital tools and technologies across the firm globally. The position involves working with stakeholders to improve the integration of digital solutions and providing technology training and digital learning programmes aimed at advancing digital transformation and AI proficiency.

Responsibilities

Champion a culture of continuous learning, fostering enthusiasm for adopting and mastering new technologies.

Promote the use of digital tools firmwide, ensuring staff can use them effectively for better efficiency.

Evaluate existing software and adoption metrics to identify potential gaps in functionality, user experience, and adoption barriers.

Support change management efforts by identifying resistance points and developing mitigation plans.

Stay current with emerging legal tech and AI trends to inform adoption strategies.

Design and deliver engaging training programs (live, virtual, and on-demand) tailored to roles and workflows.

Create and maintain learning materials including guides, videos, eLearning modules, webinars.

Contribute to the development of AI fluency frameworks and competency mapping aligned with LTC4 standards.

Use data to inform continuous improvement of learning initiatives.

Support Technology and AI Champions with targeted training and enablement resources.

Collaborate with and gather feedback from legal teams regarding their experiences with digital tools to gain a better understanding of how our people use technology, their challenges, and learning needs.

Conduct feedback sessions and usage analysis to identify adoption barriers and opportunities for improvement.

Generate actionable insights and recommendations based on user engagement data and feedback.

Qualifications

Proven experience in digital adoption, learning design, or technology enablement in a professional services or legal environment.

Strong understanding of legal workflows and the application of digital tools in legal practice.

Experience creating engaging eLearning content and delivering training confidently across multiple formats.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.

Familiarity with tools and technology such as M365, Copilot/Gen AI, Learning Management Systems (e.g. Workday Learning), Document Management Systems (e.g. iManage), time recording software (e.g. Intapp Time).

Able to quickly self‐learn and adapt to new technologies and applications.

Ability to work effectively as part of an inclusive and fast‐paced team, whilst maintaining a healthy work‐life balance.

Strong time management and organisational skills; ability to multitask and produce required results with minimal direction.

A passion for technology and its potential to transform legal processes and client experiences.

Career LevelLevel 3 (formal structure for the business services functions at the firm).

Company OverviewSimmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, with inspirational and thought‐provoking projects. We ensure that everyone\’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. Innovation learning and development opportunities provide a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions.

Key Information

Competitive package including bonuses dependent on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution.

Global skills academy offering learning opportunities (live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences).

Hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office, with flexibility dependent on role/team/client demands.

Proud Stonewall Top Global Employer and Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.

Range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get‐togethers.

Diversity networks to connect people and celebrate differences, integral to our inclusive culture.

UK offices own artwork collections – including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces.

Strategic Advisory Council – associates and business services proposing strategic initiatives that align with the firm\’s mission.

Equal OpportunitiesWe are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to:

Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families.

Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible.

Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs.

Offering a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview.

We encourage you to apply even if you don\’t meet every single requirement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and eager to learn and grow with us. Your unique experiences and perspectives could be a great addition to our team.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

If you\’re interested in finding out more about this position, please contact the Recruitment Team. To apply for the role, click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page for more details.

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