Legal consultant (4-7 PQE) – Financial Services Regulation – London

at  AO Shearman

PROGRESSIVE LEGAL CAREERS

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.

JOIN US

We are currently looking for lawyers with 4-7 years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in non-contentious financial services regulation, including advisory work and regulatory change implementation projects.

Examples of recent opportunities

• An investment bank requiring interim support from a mid-level regulatory legal counsel on a range of financial services regulatory change projects.
• An institutional banking business looking for someone to advise on existing and future UK and EU regulatory issues, including FCA and PRA rules, compliance requirements and regulations such as MAR, EMIR, MiFID and CSDR, and to lead on discrete UK and EU regulatory projects.
• Asset management firm seeking a mid-level regulatory lawyer to cover a period of parental leave in their team.
• A global institutional investor looking for an experienced funds regulatory lawyer to support their risk and compliance team, with product development being key to the role.

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.

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