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Advanced delivery legal - join our global legal support team Are you a US qualified lawyer ready to support the delivery of world-class legal services? Our legal support team works alongside lawyers and partners to ensure seamless client service - providing expertise in document management, research, and compliance. We operate as one global team, helping the firm maintain its reputation for excellence and innovation. Why join us? Work on high-profile matters with global impact Collaborate with legal professionals and specialists Be part of a culture that values precision and client focus Join our legal support talent network to stay connected and have your details on file for current and future opportunities specifically targeted towards US qualified lawyers. A&O Shearman is a global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in nearly 30 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.

We are recruiting for Associates to join our Corporate ADL team in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Corporate team - Belfast Our Corporate team in Belfast is comprised of high-quality, tech-enabled associates and legal professionals. The Corporate practice group in Belfast work on the full range of corporate matters, with a particular focus on M&A, private equity, and large-scale reorganisations. The team provides support to offices across our global network, working on high profile transactions with global clients. Our Corporate practice is a clear area of growth for the firm and as part of this we are looking to strengthen our presence in Belfast to further compliment and develop our team. We are seeking Associates to join the growing Corporate team in Belfast. We are keen to speak to Legal Professionals with an interest in corporate and commercial law. What you will do Develop strong working relationships with Partners and Associates from other offices, interacting with them daily as an extension to their team to support on current transactions and other corporate or commercial matters. Provide legal expertise, including issue spotting, report writing, drafting, reviewing and amending documentation, document management, legal research, maintaining and improving templates and precedents. Work with our Legal Process Improvement and Legal Tech teams to develop new solutions that help our clients (both internal and external) grow, innovate and thrive, and support the integration of technology into the everyday work of the Corporate team. Manage and liaise with internal and external clients to address points of relevance or concern, resolve queries and issues and report on progress. Manage the work of Legal Professionals within the team, ensuring that individuals assigned to a particular matter have the required skills, knowledge and support to deliver outputs that are on time and of the highest quality. Advise and educate Legal Professionals on points of commercial and legal detail including quality checking their work; and Supervise, develop and motivate Legal Professionals, instilling an excellent service delivery ethos and impeccable quality standards. What you will have Strong technical corporate experience (including due diligence, re-organisations, company law advisory and commercial contract negotiation) is preferred - although applicants with a strong general background and a strong interest in corporate law and transactions may also be considered. Experience in a commercial legal environment such as a US, City, or major regional law firm preferred. Experience of coordinating complex multi-faceted matters, including multi-jurisdictional or multi-specialist matters. Consistently demonstrate a professional manner with evidence of exceptional levels of judgement, commercial awareness, and critical thinking. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Strong focus on detail and high levels of self-motivation. Excellent relationship-building skills - a team player with the ability to establish credibility and inspire confidence with clients and senior colleagues. Demonstrate a high level of affinity with legal technology and a desire to expand experience in legal technology. Flexible, resourceful, and prepared to take a hands-on-approach, comfortable operating in a rapidly evolving business and interested in identifying and shaping that evolution. What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate to join the Advanced Delivery Legal (ADL) team, based in the A&O Shearman Belfast office. Advanced delivery legal (ADL) team - Belfast Our ADL team plays a central role in delivering major elements of complex litigation matters and transactions across our global network. As part of A&O Shearman's innovative approach to legal service delivery, ADL combines legal expertise with technology enabled processes to support high profile matters worldwide. The team works collaboratively with offices across the firm, enabling talented individuals to develop, thrive and contribute to impactful global work. What you will do Lead and supervise teams of legal professionals on multi jurisdictional client matters. Work closely with partners and instructing teams to scope, plan and deliver legal service projects. Drive high standards of quality, efficiency and service, including reviewing work produced by junior colleagues. Manage workflows, report on progress and address queries from internal and external stakeholders. Provide legal expertise including drafting, reviewing and amending documents, conducting legal research and supporting document management. Maintain and improve templates and precedents, and contribute to innovative service development. Participate in business development activities, including pitches, pricing and client discussions. Represent and promote ADL within the A&O Shearman network. Contribute to the growth and success of the ADL function, including generating workstreams. Mentor, train and support junior team members to develop their skills and careers. What you will have Admission as a solicitor, barrister or Fellow of CILEx. Typically four years' relevant experience, including at least two years PQE. Strong experience leading and coordinating complex, multi faceted and international matters. Proven ability to manage and supervise teams. Expertise in international transactional or disputes law, or substantial senior generalist legal experience. High levels of professionalism, integrity, judgement and commercial awareness. A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast evolving environment. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Strong relationship building skills and the ability to inspire confidence with colleagues and clients. A strong affinity with legal technology and interest in innovation. What we can offer you To learn more about the culture and benefits available at A&O Shearman, please visit: Culture and benefits A&O Shearman careers Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.