Allen & Overy (A&O Shearman) Careers & Interviews

Allen & Overy, now officially A&O Shearman following a historic transatlantic merger, is a global legal powerhouse. Traditionally a London 'Magic Circle' firm renowned for its elite banking, finance, and corporate practices, the merger with Shearman & Sterling has created an integrated global firm with massive US capabilities. The culture is highly commercial, innovative (A&O is famous for 'advanced delivery' and legal tech), and demanding. Interviewing here requires demonstrating top-tier academic ability, intense commercial awareness of global markets, and the adaptability to thrive in a newly integrated, transatlantic culture.

Available Role Guides

Trainee Solicitor (Training Contract)

Avg Salary: £50,000 (Year 1) - £125,000+ (NQA / Newly Qualified)

Associate (Corporate / M&A)

Avg Salary: £125,000 - £180,000+ (UK Base) / US Cravath Scale (US Base)

Associate (Banking / Leveraged Finance)

Avg Salary: £125,000 - £180,000+ (UK Base) / US Cravath Scale (US Base)

Associate (International Arbitration / Litigation)

Avg Salary: £125,000 - £180,000+ (UK Base) / US Cravath Scale (US Base)

Advanced Delivery / Legal Tech Manager

Avg Salary: £70,000 - £110,000 (UK Base)