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Getting to know us

A&O Shearman Belgium is a top-tier, trusted partner to leading corporations, financial institutions, private capital players, local and international government institutions (including the European institutions) in and outside of Belgium. With nearly 120 lawyers in Brussels and Antwerp, we help clients achieve their strategic goals.

Our full-service approach allows us to offer unrivaled knowledge in all key areas. Our diverse capabilities and our in-depth market knowledge enable us to deliver clear and innovative solutions to complex legal challenges across any industry seamlessly.

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Work at the frontier of law

Our legal teams work with a broad range of clients, from multinational organizations to fast-growing businesses, supporting them on matters that are central to their commercial strategy and long-term growth.

If you join one of our business teams, you’ll engage in the day-to-day running of our core functions, as well as work on the continuous evolution and transformation of our operations.

Whichever role you play, expect to collaborate with colleagues and professionals across the business in support of the firm’s strategy.

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Our core functions, practices and services

Legal:

Debt Finance.
Financial Services Regulatory.
Mergers and Acquisitions.
Antitrust.
Digital and Data, IP and Technology.
Environmental and Sanctions
Litigation and Investigations.
Employment and Compensation.
Real Estate.
Tax.

Business teams:

Business Development, Marketing and Communications.
Business Services.
Finance.
Human Resources.
Information Technology.
Legal PAs.
Know-how.
Paralegals.
Risk.

Key facts

People

Around 200 partners, 900 lawyers, and 900 business team colleagues. Work with nearly 50 offices globally across 29 countries.

Antwerp office

Uitbreidingstraat 72/b3, 2600 Antwerp.

Brussels office

Tervurenlaan 268A avenue de Tervueren, 1150 Brussels.

Clients

Strength in finance, cross‑border M&A, capital markets and litigation.

Well-being

40+ mental health advocates in leadership positions promote local well-being initiatives.

History

In May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling became A&O Shearman.

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Working environment and benefits

Modern, purpose-designed office space with a mix of collaborative and quiet working areas.
Centrally located offices, well served by public transport.
On-site facilities such as a gym with a personal trainer and a café with a barista.
Technology and infrastructure that support flexible and hybrid working.
Subsidized restaurants.

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Build your career alongside the best

A&O Shearman Belgium offers you the opportunity to build a career with early responsibility, exposure to complex work and access to a truly global platform. As your career with us progresses, you’ll play an active role in shaping both client outcomes and the future of the firm locally.

We focus on learning, collaboration and long-term development, ensuring individuals can progress while building expertise that is relevant across the global firm.

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Meet our recruitment team

“We know how important it is to feel supported to succeed as a candidate. We will guide you throughout your application process with us. Our candidate charter lays out our commitment to you. We look forward to sharing your journey with us."

Applications are only accepted via our career website. If you have any questions or seek additional guidance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our recruitment team.

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