Consultant Lawyer - Cyber Security Lawyer
Ashurst Reach, London
Recruitment
About Ashurst Perkins Coie
Ashurst Perkins Coie is a leading progressive global law firm with a rich history spanning more than 200 years. We are proud of our history and are future-focused, having expanded into new technologies through our NewLaw division, Ashurst Advance, and our consulting arm. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing excellent standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. To find out more please visit .
Team overview
Reach by Ashurst Perkins Coie is the firm's dedicated flexible legal resourcing platform which provides the firm and its clients with access to a high quality talent pool of consultant lawyers and paralegals. We understand that our clients need access to highly qualified lawyers, project managers and paralegals, often at short notice and/or for short periods, whether that be to meet internal demands, backfill leave, provide cover during recruitment or to assist with projects. We deliver a seamless, fast and trusted solution to these issues.
Essential skills and experience
Our client is looking for a Lawyer on a 6 month assignment Cybersecurity Legal Counsel from September 2026.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of law and technology, supporting a leading global financial institution on some of the most pressing legal issues in cybersecurity today. The successful candidate will work closely with the Cybersecurity Legal team, providing advice across a broad range of matters, including:
- Incident prevention and response
- Regulatory compliance
- Horizon scanning
- Legal interpretations
- Information security governance frameworks
- Cybersecurity exercises and trainings
The role also offers exposure to cutting-edge legal questions arising from emerging technologies, including frontier AI, generative and agentic AI use cases, and post-quantum cryptography.
What We're Looking For
- Demonstrable experience advising on cyber or information security incident response and regulatory compliance
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity legal frameworks
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal and technical issues clearly
- Sound legal judgment and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
If you are a qualified attorney with a background in cybersecurity law and are looking for your next challenge with a globally recognised financial institution, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits of Consulting with Reach by Ashurst Perkins Coie
Flexible career options - Receive greater variety, choice and control over how and when you work, balancing career goals and lifestyle.
Personalised service - Collaborate closely with Ashurst Reach to realise your professional goals.
Top-tier support - Have the backing of a global firm with a reputation for high performance, a wealth of industry experience and a refreshingly open and diverse culture.
Recruitment Process
Upon receiving your CV, one of our Talent team members will reach out for an introductory call to discuss the full recruitment process. Following this, we will invite you to an interview with the Reach leadership team.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during this process, please let us know.
Background checks
In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Reach by Ashurst Perkins Coie, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations.
