Legal consultant (8+ PQE) – derivatives & structured finance – London at A&O Shearman

The role

Peerpoint is seeking experienced consultant lawyers with 8+ years of top-tier post-qualification experience in derivatives and structured finance. This role offers access to high-quality work, clients, and resources within A&O Shearman practice groups or directly with clients, with assignments typically lasting six months or more.

What you'll do

Drafting and negotiating documents that govern OTC derivatives (including ISDAs, CSAs, CDEAs, GMRAs, GMSLAs)
Working on live transactional legal work to negotiate derivatives, collateral and financing documents in relation to bond issuances including structured bonds
Acting as a subject matter expert on relevant laws, regulations and policies, in particular in the EMEA derivatives space
Negotiating distribution agreements
Supporting the onboarding of distributors
Contributing to product governance fora
Reviewing and preparing trade documentation and templates
Supporting on automation initiatives
Providing legal advice on new structured products and cross-border issues
Performing due diligence on underlying facility agreements, inter-creditor and security agreements
Advising in respect of structured financing arrangements
Reviewing and settling all documentation relating to finance linked hedges and deal contingent hedging transactions

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

A consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach· nice to have

An ability to make effective transitions into new environments and be motivated to deliver an excellent standard of service to each client· nice to have

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to professionally deal with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships internally and externally· nice to have

Resilient, autonomous and highly credible, with exemplary commercial/business acumen and client service ethic· nice to have

Proven project management skills· 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

On assignment, access to an A&O Shearman partner and professional support lawyers

Access to extensive knowledge resources

Flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life

Legal consultant (8+ PQE) – derivatives & structured finance – London

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