Trainee Solicitor Review
at A&O Shearman
Graduate Job
Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: November 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of the Role
4.4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at A&O Shearman?
I had an enjoyable training contract at A&O Shearman and felt supported in various teams. The quality of training was high and I did a variety of work with well-known clients.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
As a trainee solicitor, I rotated through 4 departments in A&O Shearman. My main responsibilities included assisting with drafting of documents, signing and closing transactions, and liaising with all parties.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
3/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate A&O Shearman initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate A&O Shearman CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend A&O Shearman to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend A&O Shearman as I enjoyed my time during my training contract.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to A&O Shearman?
Tailor your application to the firm and think about how your experiences can demonstrate your skills.
Winter Vacation Scheme Student
at A&O Shearman
- Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
- Liverpool St, London EC2M 7PY, UK
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