A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 28 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 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.

The Role

We would like to invite applications for the ICT Apprenticeship Programme. Successful applicants will be employed by A&O Shearman and receive “on-the job” training from Belfast Met.

Apprentices will be employed in various infrastructure or software development roles with the firm, we will invest in training to help apprentices gain Level 3 IT Apprenticeship in Networking Infrastructure. This apprenticeship course will cover units in the following areas: computer networks, cyber security, fundamentals of IT, computer systems - hardware and software and IT technical support.

What we offer

The apprenticeship scheme at A&O Shearman truly is an exceptional experience. If successful, you will be exposed to the latest technologies and be immersed in providing real time support to our customer base all the while receiving on the job training.

You will spend time with the IT Global Service Desk Team providing first line support on an array of software and hardware technologies. You will receive regular training and mentoring as you navigate through the different support scenarios that our IT professionals manage. You will get to know our customer base and quickly see the value that your support brings to the firm. You will also have the opportunity to work with our IT Deskside team where you will get hands on experience with our IT infrastructure, learn a multitude of skills that ensure our customer base have the tools and local support needed to carry out their duties.

Who we are looking for

Previous experience is not required, we are looking for candidates with an interest in pursuing a role in the ICT sector.
5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics.
AS or A-Level or equivalent Level 3 qualifications (applicants who have previously completed the Level 3 Networking Infrastructure apprenticeship or course at Belfast Met will not be eligible for funding).

What we Offer

The apprenticeship scheme at A&O Shearman is truly is an exceptional experience. If successful, you will be exposed to the latest technologies and be immersed in providing real time support to our customer base all the while receiving on the job training.

Another benefit of undertaking an apprenticeship with A&O Shearman is getting involved with our Emerging Talent Programme. Our Emerging Talent Programme organises development days to upskill our apprentices and improve their professional development, as well as regular social events.

At A&O Shearman we are truly inclusive – this is one of our strategic priorities and is central to the kind of firm we want to be. We recognize the importance of wellbeing and have several support structures and discount offers in place to help you stay fit both mentally and physically.

What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
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.

We recognise the value of flexible working and embraces hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do however remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.

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