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Legal consultant (interim) – 4-8 PQE - Banking & Finance - UAE

A&O Shearman Spain
Dubai, UAE
Temporary
Mid-Senior
1 months ago
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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.
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  • We are currently looking for lawyers with 4-8 years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in banking & finance, particularly in areas such as real estate finance, leveraged finance, fund finance and project finance.
  • Examples of recent opportunities
  • A retail bank looking for a 5 PQE lawyer with experience in managing everything from project finance, general banking and finance matters, leveraged and asset finance, syndicated loans, trade finance and credit finance,
  • A private debt manager seeking a leveraged finance lawyer to support on pan-European deal work;
  • An investment management firm looking for an 8PQE real estate finance lawyer to assist on transactions;
  • Mid-level associate role supporting A&O Shearman’s leveraged finance practice;
  • Leveraged finance transactional role with an asset management company;
  • An investment bank seeking a real estate finance lawyer to provide deal execution support;
  • An investment bank requiring support with a wide range of high profile acquisition finance and other loan transactions, the restructure of loan positions and project work.
  • Our criteria
  • have a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience at a firm ranked as top tier for corporate law;
  • ideally have recent in-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or corporate (directly or as a secondee);
  • 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;
  • UAE experience advantageous
  • 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.

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