What Employers Want: Early Careers and Workplace Skills, with A&O Shearman

About the Event

Ever wondered what employers are actually looking for when they hire? This free virtual session, supported by A&O Shearman, gives students a direct look at what goes on behind the scenes of recruitment, straight from the people who do it.

In 45 minutes, you’ll get a clear picture of the skills and behaviours that help young people stand out, plus a look at the different routes into a career, from apprenticeships to graduate schemes.

What You’ll Get Out Of It

• Insight into what employers look for when recruiting apprentices, graduates and early career talent
• The key skills and workplace behaviours that help young people succeed once they start
• A clear breakdown of different early career pathways, including apprenticeships, graduate schemes and entry-level roles
• Real experiences from employees who started their own careers recently and have since progressed
• Practical advice on moving from education into the workplace and building confidence early on
• The chance to ask your own questions live

Why Join

Students who attend will come away with a much clearer sense of what employers want, the different routes available to them, and practical steps they can start taking now to prepare.

This event is part of A&O Shearman’s community outreach work in Liverpool, so students based in the city are especially encouraged to attend. Everyone is welcome.

Register today to secure your place.

About A&O Shearman

A&O Shearman was formed in May 2024 when Allen & Overy merged with Shearman & Sterling, creating one of the largest transatlantic law firms in the world. Allen & Overy itself was founded in London in 1930 and was historically part of the “Magic Circle” of leading UK law firms. The firm now operates from more than 40 offices worldwide.

A&O Shearman also runs a fully funded six year Solicitor Apprenticeship, giving students the chance to qualify as a lawyer while earning a salary, with no university debt.