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<p><strong>Progressive legal careers</strong></p><p><br></p><p>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. To find out more, please visit <u>www.peerpoint.com</u>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join us</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are currently looking for lawyers with top-tier post-qualification experience in the following areas:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Banking & finance (including real estate finance, leveraged finance, private credit / direct lending, fund finance) (4-10 PQE)</li><li>Corporate (M&A, reorganisations, equity capital markets, corporate advisory and commercial law) (4-7 PQE)</li><li>Derivatives & structured finance (8+ PQE)</li><li>Financial services regulation (including payment services regulation) (4-7 PQE)</li><li>Employment (5+ PQE) </li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Examples of recent opportunities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>An asset management lawyer working within the investment management arm of a financial services company, assisting with the legal issues relating to investment management activities and the global marketing and distribution of funds, including the negotiation of investment management agreements and fund distribution agreements.</li><li>A corporate lawyer working within the ECM/M&A team of an investment bank’s legal team, covering front end work for the ECM and M&A businesses.</li><li>A senior employment lawyer supporting a global financial institution on investigations including whistleblowing.</li><li>A leveraged finance lawyer supporting an investment bank’s legal team with, principally, leveraged finance, as well as structured finance, funds financing and fixed income special situations opportunities throughout EMEA.</li><li>A private credit lawyer supporting a leading global alternative investment manager with the development of their direct lending strategy into the large cap space.</li><li>An equity derivatives lawyer supporting a bank's legal team, with a focus on structured equities linked products.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Our criteria</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Successful applicants will:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>have a minimum of two to four years' (depending on practice area) post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for their area of expertise;</li><li>ideally have recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or corporate (directly or as a secondee);</li><li>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;</li><li>have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach; and</li><li>have a practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the UK.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>NOTE: </strong>Due to the 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. As a result of the high volume of applications we receive, it is our policy not to provide individual feedback at the application stage.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What makes consulting with Peerpoint different?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Empowering your development </strong>– 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Variety you control </strong>– 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Let your priorities lead</strong> – 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Futureproof your career</strong> – 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.</p><p></p>

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