Business Operations Administrator
Recruitment timeline
Location: Hybrid – 3 days per week in office (flexible). 1 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7SH
Department: Business Operations
Internship duration: 8 weeks
Hours: 35 hours per week. 9.30am – 5.30pm Monday-Friday
Salary: £14.80 per hour (London Living Wage)
Application Deadline: Midday on Friday 21 August 2026
Interviews: w/c 14 September 2026
Placement start date: 19 October 2026
Most of our roles are hybrid, meaning that colleagues benefit from working in our office and remotely. Currently, we have a policy for working in the office three days per week (working from home for two days per week), however we are happy to discuss this and other flexible working arrangements with you as part of the application and interview process.
About the company
Stephenson Harwood is an international law firm, and we're committed to creating 'positive partnerships' with our clients. We represent listed and private companies, institutions and individuals, building lasting relationships to help them succeed in a complex and ever-changing world.
With more than 1,400 people, including 210+ partners, across eight offices in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we combine deep legal capabilities and broad commercial expertise. We have also forged close ties with high quality law firms around the world, blending local knowledge with global savvy for clients in over 100 countries.
We understand the power of diversity in delivering that high calibre advice to our clients. We want to attract diverse talent and we particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.
You can learn more about the history of the company and our values on our website.
About the team
Working closely with the Head of Business Operations, Supplier Management Analyst and Business Operations Coordinator, the role of Business Operations administrator provides support across a number of key areas such as procurement, finance, project management, legal research, workplace & facilities and travel management.
About the role
Business Operations Administrator will be involved in a range of activities based on the company’s needs and priorities, with some key tasks and responsibilities listed below:
- Admin assistance across the Business Operations department teams including:
- Support with diaries
- Data Entry
- Data Collection
- Meeting support
- Supplier engagement
- Assist Legal Information Services team across a range of activities such as:
- Providing admin support
- Maintaining and managing team records
- Providing research support
- Assist Project Management Office with tasks such as:
- Project Management Office (PMO) support
- Business Analysis support
- Travel management support
- Diary management for the Business Operations team
- General administrative support to the Head of Business Operations
This job description is indicative only and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The firm reserves the right to alter or change the responsibilities at any time, in line with the firm's strategy and business needs.
Skills and qualifications required for the role
- strong organisation skills and attention to detail
- a proactive approach to task management
- strong numerical and literacy skills
- high level of IT competency and understanding of programmes including MS Office and Teams
- professionalism.
What you will learn
During the internship, you will learn:
- general business administration skills
- how operational teams support an international law firm
- how to ensure third party suppliers work collaboratively with the business
- how to build relationships within the business to ensure procurement processes are followed.
Eligibility criteria
Before applying, please ensure that you meet the following criteria:
- you are autistic
- you are aged between 18-25 years old at the time of the internship
- you are a UK resident/have the right to work in the UK.
How to apply
- Read the full job description.
- Join the Employ Autism group on our Youth Network. Details on how to login or join here.
- Follow the instructions on the opportunity page.
The recruitment process
- Your CV will be sent to the hiring team at Stephenson Harwood.
- If you are chosen to progress, you will be invited to an interview. Before the interview, you will be given a short task to complete, which you will discuss during the interview. Half of the interview will be to discuss your answer to the task and the other half will be asking you questions based on the role and your reasons for applying.
- Final decisions will be made after the interview.
Please note applications from candidates who have not previously completed an Employ Autism internship will be prioritised during the shortlisting process.
As this role is working within the legal industry, the successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks. As a minimum, these checks include previous employment verification, educational verification, and a criminal background check. The team will be available to assist you with completing these checks.
Support during the application process
The Employ Autism team can provide additional application support for autistic candidates aged 18-25 years old. If would like to discuss your suitability to the role prior to completing your application, please complete the Employ Autism registration form and a member of our team will contact you.
If you receive Universal Credit / Employment Support Allowance and have any questions about the impact of taking part in the programme, please speak with your work coach or disability employment adviser at the Department for Work and Pensions Job centre directly. Each individual’s circumstances will vary. We cannot provide advice on Universal Credit / Employment Support Allowance. You may find additional advice and support at Benefits Calculators or Turn 2 Us.
