Digital Transformation Administrator

Recruitment timeline

Location: Hybrid – 3 days per week in office (flexible). 1 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7SH 
Department: IT Services
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 
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 Senior Digital Transformation Manager, the role of Digital Transformation Administrator will provide practical administrative coordination and data support to the Technology team. 

This role offers the opportunity to gain experience working alongside data professionals, business analysts, solution architects and technology specialists. You will support a variety of projects that help improve how the organisation uses technology, data and digital solutions to deliver services more effectively.

This role is designed to provide an introduction to digital transformation, data analytics, systems integration and enterprise architecture within a professional services environment.

About the role

You will support the Digital Transformation team by:

• assisting with the administration and coordination of digital transformation projects
• maintaining project documentation, process maps and meeting notes
• supporting data analysts with data preparation, validation and reporting activities
• helping to gather and document business requirements from stakeholders
• assisting with testing of new systems, applications and digital solutions
• supporting the creation of dashboards, reports and presentations
• supporting the team in maintaining information relating to enterprise architecture, applications and data flows
• participating in team meetings, workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions
• undertaking other administrative and project support activities as required.

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

• enthusiasm and motivation for technology, data engineering and analytics. This can be demonstrated through academic studies, extra-curricular activities or personal projects
• a willingness to learn, ask questions and contribute to discussions when you are comfortable to do so
• an interest in data, technology or digital transformation
• strong organisation skills and attention to detail
• strong numerical and literacy skills
• high level of IT competency and understanding of programmes including MS Office, such as email, Word and Excel
• an awareness of data analytics tools, and competent in Python and SQL, and in interest in developing these skills further
• professionalism
• able to manage multiple tasks at the same time.

What you will learn

During the internship, you will learn: 

• how digital transformation and technology functions operate within an international law firm
• data analytics, reporting and data quality management, including practical experience using Python and SQL
• dashboard development, business intelligence tools and data governance principles
• business analysis, requirements gathering and how technology solutions are designed to meet business needs
• systems integration, enterprise architecture and how business applications and technology platforms work together
• microsoft technology platforms and modern data and collaboration tools.

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 

1. Read the full job description.
2. Join the Employ Autism group on our Youth Network. Details on how to login or join here.
3. Follow the instructions on the opportunity page.

The recruitment process

1. Your CV will be sent to the hiring team at Stephenson Harwood.
2. 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. 
3. 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.