Legal Consultant - Funds and Asset Management (2-8 PQE)

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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 currently looking for lawyers with 2-7 years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in funds and asset management, particularly in areas such as fund formation, fund distribution and general asset management activities.

Examples of recent opportunities

• A role supporting the Alternatives business of an asset management firm, including the establishment and on-going maintenance of alternatives funds, reviewing and negotiating funds documents and providing legal support on regulatory or strategic initiatives.
• A fund formation lawyer supporting with product delivery and management across the product pipeline for the global alternative products team within Asset Management for an investment bank, where prior experience with Luxembourg funds was requested.
• A funds role working for the asset management arm of a bank that includes supporting on portfolio management, feeder funds to large US hedge fund agreements, UCITS work and ESG and a focus on alternative/unregulated funds.
• A mid-level funds lawyer supporting the UK legal team of a leading global investment manager, with responsibilities including negotiating investment management agreements (IMAs) with third party managers, fund formation and restructuring across UK & Cayman funds, and occasional CDO work, as well as some BAU work such as processing redemptions and transfers, setting up new SPVs, handling investor requests and investment memorandums.
• A role focusing on the regulated UCITS platform at an FCA-regulated financial services firm that provides web-based portfolio management and outsourced services across investment management and trading functions.

Our criteria

Successful applicants will:

• have a minimum of two years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for funds or asset management work;
• preferably have in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution, alternative investment fund or asset manager (directly or as a secondee);
• 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;
• have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach; 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.