Legal Consultant - Banking & Finance

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 undertaking assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman practice groups or directly with clients. To find out more, please visit www.peerpoint.com.

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We are currently looking for lawyers with 4-8years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in banking & finance, particularly in areas such as real estate finance, leveraged finance, fund finance and project financ

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Examples of recent opportunit

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  A retail bank looking for a 5 PQE lawyer with experience in managing everything from project finance, general banking and finance matters, leveraged and asset finance, syndicated loans, trade finance and credit fina
• nce,A private debt manager seeking a leveraged finance lawyer to support on pan-European deal w
• ork;An investment management firm looking for an 8PQE real estate finance lawyer to assist on transacti
• ons;Mid-level associate role supporting A&O Shearman’s leveraged finance pract
• ice;Leveraged finance transactional role with an asset management comp
• any;An investment bank seeking a real estate finance lawyer to provide deal execution supp
• ort;An investment bank requiring support with a wide range of high profile acquisition finance and other loan transactions, the restructure of loan positions and project w

ork.
Our cri

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  have a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience at a firm ranked as top tier for corporat
• e law;ideally have recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or corporate (directly or as a seco
• ndee);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 avai
• lable;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 emplo
• yment;be committed to building a positive and productive relationship with Peerpoint, including having a transparent, open and responsive style of communic
• ation;have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and app
• roach;have an ability to make effective transitions into new environments and be motivated to deliver an excellent standard of service to each c
• lient;have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to professionally deal with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships internally and exter
• nally;be resilient, autonomous and highly credible, with exemplary commercial/business acumen and client service
• ethic;UAE experience advant

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As a result of the high volume of applications we receive, it is our policy not to provide individual feedback at the application

stage.
What makes consulting with Peerpoint di

fferent?
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 trave

l 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