Find out more about A&O Shearman

Interested in a career in the legal profession with a top 5 UK law firm?

Since the two legal powerhouses – Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling – joined forces in May 2024, A&O Shearman has proven to be an unparalleled combination: a new type of industry leader with truly global capabilities. With over 4,000 lawyers, across 48 offices in 29 countries, you will be able to work on the most interesting, high-profile legal work, helping the world’s leading businesses to grow, innovate, and thrive. In today’s ever-changing world, A&O Shearman continue to break new ground, working with companies, organisations and governments on the most complex legal issues and building strong and enduring client relationships.

A&O Shearman are here to rewrite the rules of the legal industry – developing and delivering innovative solutions that push their clients and industry forwards. They are proud to have the resources, the vision, and the mind-set to equip their people to operate in the legal landscape of the future. With them, you’ll be constantly learning and growing, benefitting from exceptional professional and personal development.

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Upcoming events

National: A&O Shearman, Law Application Masterclass

Thu 23rd Jan 2025 @ 10:00 AM

London

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National: A&O Shearman, Law Work Experience Day

Wed 25th Jun 2025 @ 10:00 AM

London

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Upcoming placements

A&O Shearman: Solicitor Apprenticeship, London

Application deadline: Sat 1st Feb 2025 Placement start date: Fri 1st Aug 2025

London

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What do A&O Shearman look for in their employees?

Early Careers opportunities

Global Virtual Work Experience Programme
First Year Programme
Vacation Schemes
Apprenticeship Programme (working towards an LLB (Hons) Law and Legal Practice and a Solicitor Level 7 Apprenticeship)
Training Contract
B.U.I.L.D at A&O Shearman
Law Tech and Operations Graduate Programme
Graduate Consulting Programme

Choose a global career with unique opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. A&O Shearman will help you develop into an exceptional lawyer and learn to perform at the highest possible standard – whether or not you have a degree in law. Challenge the status quo with A&O Shearman, and you’ll find a career where you can really excel. This is your chance to find your start and change things for the better.

Benefits of working at A&O Shearman

Season ticket and cycle-to-work loans
Health and wellbeing centre including in-house GP, physiotherapist, dental plan
On-site fitness centre and sports hall
In-house beauty and wellbeing therapies
Access to a wide range of discounted goods and services

In the UK, A&O Shearman currently provide access to support through their Employee Advice Line and Private Medical Insurance. All trainees globally have free access to their health and wellbeing apps (Headspace, Help@hand and Unmind.)

Find out more:

A&O Shearman Law Career Guide

LinkedIn: A&O Shearman