24 March 2026
Key requirements
4-10 years' top-tier post-qualification experience in corporate law Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience at a firm ranked as top tier for corporate law 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 a Corporate Legal Consultant with 4-10 years of PQE, specialising in M&A, to be based in London with A&O Shearman via the Peerpoint platform. The consultant will access top-tier work and client engagements.
What we're looking for
4-10 years' top-tier post-qualification experience in corporate law
Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience at a firm ranked as top tier for corporate law
Practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the UK
Right to reside and work in the UK
Proven project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or corporate (directly or as a secondee)· nice to have
Desire to take ownership of their career and be responsible for their own professional development and network· nice to 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· nice to have
Commitment to building a positive and productive relationship with Peerpoint, including having a transparent, open and responsive style of communication· nice to have
Consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach· nice to have
Ability to make effective transitions into new environments and be motivated to deliver an excellent standard of service to each client· nice to have
Resilient, autonomous and highly credible, with exemplary commercial/business acumen and client service ethic· 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 on assignment
Access to extensive knowledge resources on assignment
Flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life
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Legal consultant (4-10 PQE) - Corporate - London
A&O Shearman · London
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