Legal consultant (4+ PQE) – Restructuring – London

Job description

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’s practice groups or directly with clients. To find out more, please visit www.peerpoint.com.

JOIN US

We are seeking talented lawyers with four or more years’ post-qualification experience in restructuring and insolvency law to join our panel for assignments with A&O Shearman and leading clients. The interim roles we see require lawyers who can hit the ground running on complex mandates from day one - whether cross-border restructurings or focused advisory work, we have opportunities to match your ambitions.

EXAMPLES OF RECENT OPPORTUNITIES

The nature and scope of engagements vary, but the following are illustrative of the types of assignments that might be available through Peerpoint.

• Legal Counsel role within a bank’s impaired assets team. Providing legal advice across the full spectrum of distressed lending, corporate restructuring, distressed scenarios, insolvency procedures, and security enforcement, acting as a strategic partner to the business (including credit risk) to protect the bank’s interests, maximise recovery, and mitigate legal/reputational risk.
• Desk lawyer role within the leveraged finance/credit team of a credit hedge fund. Focused on reviewing credit documentation, identifying LME risk, and analysing structural vulnerabilities. Significant element of restructuring-related work expected.
• Senior Associate role within the A&O Shearman restructuring practice. Working as an integrated member of a leading team which specialises in cross-border restructurings, insolvencies and special situations, advising clients on contingency planning, debt restructuring, special situation credit solutions, reschedulings, distressed acquisitions/sales, credit bidding, formal insolvency proceedings, out-of-court refinancings, liability management exercises and distressed debt trading.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

We welcome applications from lawyers who demonstrate the following:

• a minimum of four years’ post-qualification experience in restructuring and insolvency, including at least two years in private practice at a law firm recognised as leading in this field (e.g. Chambers UK Band 1–2 or Legal 500 Tier 1–2);
• ideally recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution (directly or as a secondee);
• a desire to take ownership of their career and responsibility for their own professional development and network, proactively making use of any support and resources available;
• an understanding of the personal and financial factors that you need to consider when commencing a career as a legal consultant and how it differs from permanent employment;
• a commitment to building a positive and productive relationship with Peerpoint, including having a transparent, open and responsive style of communication;
• a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach;
• an ability to make effective transitions into new environments and be motivated to deliver an excellent standard of service to each client;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to professionally deal with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships internally and externally;
• a resilient, autonomous and highly credible approach, with exemplary commercial/business acumen and client service ethic;
• proven project management skills; and
• a practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the UK.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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, we are unable to provide individual 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.