Job description
About Peerpoint
Peerpoint is Allen & Overy’s global platform for self-directed consultant lawyers who want to access the best work, clients, resources and bespoke support, whilst working on assignments with Allen & Overy or directly with clients as a legal consultant.
Typical assignments based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are 6 months in length and there are flexible working arrangements available. Alternatively, consultants have the opportunity to undertake assignments remotely for clients based within Abu Dhabi or Dubai whilst being based in the UK, Australia, Singapore or Hong Kong.
Key requirements
Consultancy can offer Lawyers the opportunity to expand their skill set and work on diverse and unusual matters. Whilst we are looking for regulators with Middle Eastern experience to join our panel more generally, we currently have an interesting opportunity for a regulator looking to embark on a challenging but rewarding project.
Our practice is looking for :
- An individual with strong technical skills within regulation - you will be working on creating and drafting new regulations based on policies
- You will partner closely with the client and work with them as they draft new policies
- You will need to have strong stake holder management skills and be able to work autonomously with little direction
- Ideally you will be 8+ years' PQE and will have worked in a top tier law firm
- Have excellent academic credentials
- A practicing certificate (or equivalent) which entitles you to practice as a lawyer
- A consultant mindset - be resilient, open to experiencing new challenges and environments and be excited to develop their skill set and brand within the consultancy field
What can consulting offer you?