24 March 2026
Legal consultant (8+ PQE) – derivatives & structured finance – London
FlexibleKey requirements
At least eight years' post-qualification experience in derivatives and structured finance A minimum of two years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for derivatives and structured finance A practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the UK Right to reside and work in the UK
TrendsThe role
This role is for an experienced Legal Consultant (8+ PQE) specializing in derivatives and structured finance, based in London. The position is within A&O Shearman's Peerpoint platform, offering opportunities to work on high-calibre assignments.
What you'll do
- Draft and negotiate documents that govern OTC derivatives (including ISDAs, CSAs, CDEAs, GMRAs, GMSLAs)
- Work on live transactional legal work to negotiate derivatives, collateral and financing documents in relation to bond issuances including structured bonds
- Act as a subject matter expert on relevant laws, regulations and policies, in particular in the EMEA derivatives space
- Negotiate distribution agreements
- Support the onboarding of distributors
- Contribute to product governance fora
- Review and prepare trade documentation and templates
- Support on automation initiatives
- Provide legal advice on new structured products and cross-border issues
- Perform due diligence on underlying facility agreements, inter-creditor and security agreements
- Advise in respect of structured financing arrangements
What we're looking for
At least eight years' post-qualification experience in derivatives and structured finance
A minimum of two years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for derivatives and structured finance
A practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the UK
Right to reside and work in the UK
Recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution (directly or as a secondee)· nice to have
Benefits
Access to A&O Shearman’s training, development and networking events
Opportunities to grow your skillset with A&O Shearman’s Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses
Access to an A&O Shearman partner and professional support lawyers as well as extensive knowledge resources on assignment
Flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life
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Legal consultant (8+ PQE) – derivatives & structured finance – London
A&O Shearman · London
London