Allen & Overy

With more than 5,000 people working in 27 major financial centres around the world, and more than half of these outside the UK, Allen & Overy truly is a global firm.

Our international reach gives us the ability to provide world class expertise combined with local knowledge enabling us to work on some of the most exciting and complex transactions.  Our rapid advances in areas such as Central and Eastern Europe and the Far East are indicative of our forward-thinking strategy. The future of Allen & Overy's success is in increased international working and by working with us you will be a part of this.  In September 2007, we expanded our international reach to include offices in Mannheim, Dusseldorf and Riyadh (associated office).

To ensure this success, we look for people who have an international outlook.   As a trainee, you will work closely with colleagues across our international offices and will build up a network of contacts.  Around 70% of trainees take up the opportunity to work in one of our international offices, which gives them a better understanding of how business works in other regions, and lasting contacts with clients and colleagues in other jurisdictions.

No matter where you are located, the deals you work on will usually be multi-jurisdictional.  The support of our cutting-edge global IT systems is key in enabling all parties to access documents 24/7.

Our lawyers come from all five continents and bring with them a wealth of experience, perspectives and languages.  Lawyers from across all our offices regularly meet to share knowledge and train together.  This collegiate approach ensures that we make the most of our people and you will be encouraged to become a part of this.