Working in Spain | A&O Shearman careers

Getting to know us

A&O Shearman is one of the leading firms in Spain, delivering top-tier advice to a broad range of domestic and international clients, including financial institutions, corporates, investment funds and public bodies.

Our Madrid office is led by partners with extensive expertise in corporate and M&A, finance, capital markets, litigation and arbitration, project development and finance, employment, tax, competition, public law, and restructuring.

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Excel through collaboration

Our legal teams support clients 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.

Key facts

People

18 partners, over 110 lawyers and more than 60 business team employees.

Offices

Serrano 73, Madrid.

Practice groups

Corporate and M&A, Banking and Finance, International Capital Markets, Litigation and Arbitration, Projects, Energy and Infrastructures, Employment, Tax, Antitrust, Public Law and Real Estate.

Cross-border work

Work with nearly 50 offices globally across 29 countries.

Well-being

Our mental health advocates and allies 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.
Technology and infrastructure that support flexible and hybrid working.
Annual benefits allowance to be determined by the employee.
Medical and dental insurance.
Life insurance.
Wellness hub.
Well-being initiatives.

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Build your career alongside the best

A&O Shearman Madrid 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 recruiters

“We know how important it is to feel supported to succeed as a candidate. We will guide you throughout your application process with us. We look forward to working with you throughout the journey.”

EMAIL MARIA

EMAIL IRENE