Legal consultant (5-10 PQE) – Corporate Governance/Company Secretarial

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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 seeking lawyers with five to ten years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in corporate governance, or company secretarial positions, with a background in private and/or public companies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including corporate governance, shareholder regulations, ethics and conduct compliance. Experience in supporting boards and overseeing the filing of relevant documents is essential.

Examples of recent and current opportunities

• An exciting opportunity will be available in the second half of 2025 for a company secretary / corporate governance professional to join a dynamic renewable energy business based in the UK, supporting operations across various European jurisdictions. The role may be offered on a temp-to-perm or direct permanent basis.
• An experienced Company Secretary required for a leading financial services organisation to join their expanding team on a 3-6 month interim basis, supporting subsidiary governance within their Retirement and Wealth division.
• A corporate lawyer or company secretary required to lead and project manage a complex corporate governance integration workstream following a recent acquisition. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting, delivery, and hands-on project management, working closely with integration leads across various departments and external advisors.
• An opportunity to take on a new Company Secretary role in a brand new function for a leading global investment manager, which would be a global role across multiple jurisdictions.

Our criteria

Successful applicants will:

• have a minimum of two years' post-qualification experience at a top tier law firm, ideally in a well regarded corporate governance team. Alternatively, we will consider experience gained in an alternative practice area where significant corporate governance and/or company secretarial experience has later been gained in leading in-house organisations. We will also consider company secretaries who are not legally qualified.

• ideally have recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or a corporate;

• 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.

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. 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?

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.