Are you a young South African law graduate? Allen & Overy is currently recruiting for Candidate Attorneys 2025 intake to join the Johannesburg office

admin November 15, 2023

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DEADLINE: Ongoing

Operating in over thirty countries – and at the forefront of the legal industry – A&O is one of the world’s leading law firms.

Trainee rotation every six months so you will gain experience across various legal sectors: Corporate, Banking, Litigation, and Projects
Dynamic work environment and the opportunity to be a part of a leading international law firm
Access to our international knowledge platform
Varied, interesting work and the opportunity to work with other departments, both in the Republic of South Africa and internationally
Dedicated local and global training programmes and professional training in communication, IT skills, management and business development skills
Personal contact with local and international clients
Career progression and a very competitive salary

South African undergraduate or postgraduate degree (Bcom Law, BA Law or LLB). An additional degree would be an asset. Must have South African Citizenship.
Outstanding academic credentials
Resilient self-starter with the intellectual curiosity and versatility to continuously acquire, build upon and share knowledge
Evidence of a keen interest in and knowledge of the legal framework surrounding general financing transactions
Highly motivated team player with excellent organisational skills
Clear and concise verbal and written communicator with outstanding interpersonal skills and a good eye for detail
Entrepreneurial drive
Strong commercial/business acumen
Willingness to be admitted as a notary public
A person of sound judgement and core values, able to establish a high level of credibility