Job Description

Job description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Marketing Apprentice to join our Marketing team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office!
The Apprenticeship
The Marketing team in Belfast is among the largest in Northern Ireland, with more than 100 colleagues supporting our global marketing function. As an apprentice, you will gain exposure to a variety of teams and tasks, including email marketing, data entry, client reporting, and work on our digital platforms.
This is an exciting opportunity with the chance to build relationships and gain first-hand experience of what marketing is like in a law firm setting. The firm in partnership with University of Ulster will be committed to investing in training to enable you to gain a BSc (Hons) Business Management degree. The apprenticeship is offered as a 3.5 year fixed term contract.
Who we are looking for
We are keen to speak to candidates with an interest in working in professional services and meet the following requirements:
Previous experience is not required but applicants should be team players with good communication skills and strong attention to detail. * Applicants must possess a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics and two A levels (or equivalent qualification) in any subject at grade C or above.
What we can offer you
The apprenticeship scheme at A&O Shearman is truly an exceptional experience. If successful, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on key projects and develop key business skills by working with clients and offices across the globe. 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, we love diversity, equity, and inclusion - 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.
Application Process
The application process for the Marketing Apprenticeship involves:
Online application
Assessment Centre
Offer
Applications close on Saturday 28th February at 5pm. The assessment centre will take place w/c 23rd or 30th March.
The start date for the apprenticeship will be early September 2026.
We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services.?
We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace 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.
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.
If this role is not of interest we may have another suitable opportunity here for you at A&O Shearman! Visit our careers portal at and submit your CV to our to be notified when the perfect opportunity becomes available.
Area of expertise
Marketing
Additional information - External
A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with 48 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 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.
Working arrangement
Hybrid (combination of office & remote working)

Skills Required