Working in London | A&O Shearman careers

Getting to know us

We have more than 200 partners in London who advise the world’s leading businesses, financial institutions, governments and private individuals. Our lawyers are known across the world for their expertise in finance, complex cross-border M&A, capital markets and litigation. Our highly valued business professionals work alongside leaders in their field to support the growth of the practice.

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Shaping success together

Our legal teams here work with a broad range of clients, from multinational organisations 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.

Key facts

People

Around 200 partners, 900 lawyers, and 900 business team employees.

Office

Bishopsgate, London.

Clients

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

Cross-border work

Working with nearly 50 offices across almost 30 countries.

Well-being

40+ mental health advocates in leadership positions globally promoting 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 and physiotherapist, plus nutrition, beauty and sports massage services.
Well-being spaces.
Subsidised restaurants.
Technology and infrastructure that support flexible and hybrid working.
Health resources.
Season ticket loans and a discounts platform.

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Building your career here

Your future starts here

A&O Shearman is an unparalleled combination - a firm built for the future of law. Our fluency in English, U.S. and global law is unmatched, and our early careers opportunities give you exposure to the highest calibre work, for the biggest clients, alongside the world’s leading lawyers. And you could be part of it.

Whatever opportunity you join us for - from events, work experience and insights to vacation schemes, internships and professional qualification pathways, including training contracts and apprenticeships or graduate programmes - each opportunity will give you access to the people and leaders you’ll work alongside and enable you to develop the skills you need to excel with us.

With high expectations and high performance, this is an environment where you can truly excel, building enduring relationships with clients as you tackle challenging and rewarding assignments.

Join us to find challenges, support, and a place for you to belong. And together we can excel.

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“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.”

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