Legal consultant

Regulatory/Compliance & Ethics Lawyer

Progressive legal careers

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, while undertaking assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman's practice groups or directly with clients. Typical assignments based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are 6 months in length and full time. There can also be opportunities that allow for flexible working arrangements. To find out more, please visit

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We are currently looking for lawyers with 5+ years' top-tier post-qualification experience in Compliance, Regulatory and Ethics within Industrial/Energy, Healthcare or Financial Services organisations.

Examples of opportunities include:

6 months – Abu Dhabi – International Financial Institute. Seeking a regulatory and compliance lawyer with deep international financial regulatory experience. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable expertise in AML and sanctions frameworks, including design and enhancement of controls and monitoring systems, complex internal investigations, and regulatory engagement with local and cross-border authorities. Experience advising on prudential and conduct requirements, policy development, remediation programs, and regulatory change management is preferred. Arabic language skills and exposure to UAE and wider GCC regulatory regimes would be advantageous

6 months – UAE – International Industrial Client. Looking for an experienced compliance and ethics counsel to build and operationalise a best-in-class compliance programme. Responsibilities include drafting and implementing codes of conduct and ethics policies, conducting enterprise and business-unit risk assessments, designing third‑party and M&A due diligence protocols, and managing whistleblowing frameworks and internal investigations. Experience delivering training, overseeing compliance monitoring and remediation, and reporting to senior leadership and boards is desired. Familiarity with UAE labour and corporate frameworks and international standards

Our Criteria

Successful candidates will:

• Have a minimum of five years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier within their specialism
• Ideally have recent in-house experience supporting Compliance/Regulatory/Ethics activities
• Preferably have experience in the Middle East and fluency in Arabic.
• 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.
• Have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach.
• Have a practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the region.

What makes consulting with Peerpoint different? A career with Peerpoint stands apart. Over the past decade, we have helped to redefine legal consulting as a credible and compelling alternative to both private practice and in-house roles. Our consultants benefit from one of the most comprehensive support offerings in the market, underpinned by the full resources and reputation of A&O Shearman.

Empowering your development – You will be supported by an experienced team and gain access to A&O Shearman's training, development and networking programmes, including opportunities to enhance your capabilities through A&O Shearman's Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses.

Only the best for you – With access to many of the world's leading organisations and most forward‑thinking roles, we focus on securing assignments that are the right fit for you. While on assignment, you will have access to A&O Shearman partners and professional support lawyers, alongside extensive knowledge resources.

Let your priorities lead – Achieving the right balance has never been more important. Whether you seek greater flexibility to pursue personal interests, spend more time with family, or take extended breaks to travel, we help you shape a working pattern that aligns with your priorities.

Futureproof your career – If coaching or mentoring would be valuable, our team can guide you through a range of paths to broaden your experience. By understanding your goals and supporting you at every stage, we help you build a sustainable career so you can thrive now and in the future.