Peerpoint
Legal Consultant - Banking & Finance (4-8 PQE)
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
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 4-8 years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in banking & finance, particularly in areas such as leveraged finance, private credit, fund finance and project finance.
Examples of recent opportunities
- A private debt manager seeking a leveraged finance lawyer to support on pan-European deal work.
- Mid-level associate role supporting A&O Shearman’s leveraged finance practice.
- Leveraged finance transactional role with an asset management company.
- A mid-level banking & finance lawyer supporting a multinational bank with a variety of finance deals, including infrastructure finance, fund finance and project finance transactions.
- 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 work.
Our criteria
Successful applicants will:
- have a minimum of two years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for the area of banking law they specialise in;
- ideally have recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution (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.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
NOTE: 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.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
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 different?
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.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location