Possibility in everything ABOUT ALLENS Allens is a leading international law firm, with partners, lawyers and corporate services employees across Asia and Australia. We work with many of the world’s leading organisations, including 55 of the world’s top 100 companies and more than 75 of Australia’s top 100 companies. CLERKSHIP PROGRAM We recruit most of our graduates through our clerkship program, which gives first-hand exposure to life as a lawyer at Allens. Get involved in work as soon as you set foot in the firm. Work alongside lawyers and partners. Learn from their experience and enjoy their support. WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT It begins with our people It’s our people who make us great. It is our priority to ensure they are constantly challenged, recognised, rewarded and empowered throughout their careers. WHAT WE LOOK FOR Initiative A curious mind is vital, as is plenty of initiative. The more adaptable you’re prepared to be and the more energy you bring, the more you’ll get out of your career at Allens. You’ll be able to steer a path that turns possibilities into realities. Our unique way of working We adopt a flexible approach to the way we work, which builds strong and diverse teams, and is one of the reasons our lawyers tell us a career at Allens is so rewarding. You won’t be limited to working with a particular partner or group. Instead, you will have the opportunity to drive your career by working with a range of lawyers and partners across the firm. Excellence Excellence is essential; it’s a guarantee we give our clients. Intellectually rigorous, driven and eager to learn, you’ll set the highest standards for yourself and strive to be the best you can be. Commerciality Successful lawyers understand that law is more than an academic pursuit. It’s about understanding the client – their objectives and the challenges they face – as well as the wider commercial environment in which we operate. We make the complex simple Allens is known for the quality of its legal minds. That’s why we attract some of the most complex legal work, and why our firm and our lawyers are recognised as the best in the profession. Resilience Positive people thrive in our environment. We look for people who can build sustainable careers with us; people who successfully juggle a busy life and varying commitments while maintaining their wellbeing. Like us, you’ll believe that leading a full, active life outside the law can make you a better person to work with. Our strategic alliance Our integrated alliance with Linklaters means we are able to share resources and offer our clients a seamless service through a global network of 39 offices across 28 countries. When you join our firm, you are joining a global network, with opportunities across Australia, Asia, Europe and the US. Life-long learning The learning never stops at Allens. It’s woven into our culture, and makes our people better leaders as well as better legal practitioners. Along with formal technical training and development, we offer a mentor program, a buddy program, and support to pursue further education outside the firm. Well-rounded Our clients often tell us we have ‘great people’. And it’s true. We look for diversity – people who bring a fresh perspective and energy to everything they do, with the ability to create strong relationships with each other and with clients. HOW TO APPLY www.allens.com.au/careers CONTACT Amy Spira, Graduate Resourcing Consultant EMAIL Student.Careers@allens.com.au Clerkship Guide 2013 Allens is an independent partnership operating in alliance with Linklaters LLP. 57 16693