Legal consultants (interim) - 4-10 PQE Corporate - London

Who we are and what we do

Peerpoint is A&O Shearman’s global platform for self-directed consultant lawyers who want to access the best work, clients, resources and bespoke support, whilst working on assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman practice groups or directly with clients as legal consultants. To find out more, please visit www.peerpoint.com and download our UK candidate brochure.

Join us

We are currently looking for corporate lawyers with 4-10 years’ top-tier post-qualification experience, particularly in areas such as public and private M&A, private equity, venture capital and commercial law.

Examples of recent opportunities include:

• A corporate and commercial lawyer supporting a Fintech with their initial launch assisting with obtaining licences, drafting shareholder agreements and commercial contracts.
• An opportunity for a corporate lawyer to support the ECM and M&A legal team within a leading investment bank.
• A corporate lawyer supporting an investment management company with M&A transactions.
• A role within the corporate practice, assisting with M&A and ECM transactions.

Our criteria

Successful applicants will:

• have a minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience at a firm ranked as top tier for corporate law;
• ideally have recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or corporate (directly or as a secondee);
• have a desire to take ownership of their career and be responsible for their own professional development and network, proactively making use of any support and resources available;
• have researched the personal and financial factors that you need to consider when commencing a career as a legal consultant and be comfortable with the ways in which it differs from permanent employment;
• be committed to building a positive and productive relationship with Peerpoint, including having a transparent, open and responsive style of communication;
• have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach;
• have an ability to make effective transitions into new environments and be motivated to deliver an excellent standard of service to each client;
• have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to professionally deal with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships internally and externally;
• be resilient, autonomous and highly credible, with exemplary commercial/business acumen and client service ethic;
• have proven project management skills; and
• have a practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the UK.

NOTE: Due to nature of the relationship between Peerpoint and our legal consultants, we are not able to sponsor visas. Applicants are therefore required to have a right to reside and work in the UK.

Please note that, due to the high volume of applications, it is our policy not to provide detailed personal feedback at the application stage.

What makes consulting with Peerpoint different?

A career with Peerpoint is unmatched in the market. Over the last decade, we’ve helped lead the transformation of legal consulting as a truly credible option alongside private practice and in-house legal careers. We also have one of the most supportive offerings around, all with the full backing of A&O Shearman.

Empowering your development – you’ll be fully supported by our experienced team and will have access to A&O Shearman’s training, development and networking events, including opportunities to grow your skillset with A&O Shearman’s Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses. On assignment, you’ll have access to an A&O Shearman partner and professional support lawyers as well as extensive knowledge resources.

Variety you control– steer your legal career in whichever direction you choose. Whether you’re looking for more control, choice or variety, as a Peerpoint consultant you’ll have the pick of the best challenges from across a range of sectors.

Let your priorities lead– it’s never been more important to find the right balance. That could mean more flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life, whether that’s to pursue a passion, spend time with family or take breaks to travel the world.

Futureproof your career– if you need coaching or mentoring, our team can guide you on the range of diverse paths to help you grow your experience. By understanding your needs and supporting you at every step, we’ll help you succeed so you can flourish both today and tomorrow.