ALLEN OVERY SHEARMAN STERLING LLP
Company Information
- Company Number
- OC306763
- Registered Address
- One Bishops Square, London, E1 6AD
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 6,076
- Turnover
- £2,080,400,000
- EBITDA
- £997,600,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://bjpg.co.uk/
- Company Type
- Limited liability partnership
- Incorporated On
- 30 January 2004
- Industries
- Professional Services
- Region
- London
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 May 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 | 21 Nov 2025 | 23 | 86% | 10% | 4% | 13% |
| 01 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 2025 | 28 May 2025 | 24 | 84% | 12% | 4% | 15% |
| 01 Nov 2023 - 30 Apr 2024 | 26 Jun 2024 | 23 | 84% | 12% | 4% | 15% |
| 01 May 2023 - 31 Oct 2023 | 22 Nov 2023 | 28 | 57% | 37% | 5% | 44% |
| 01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 2023 | 29 May 2023 | 29 | 59% | 35% | 6% | 42% |
| 01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 | 25 May 2022 | 24 | 72% | 20% | 8% | 30% |
| 01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 | 30 Nov 2021 | 24 | 71% | 22% | 7% | 31% |
| 01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 | 19 May 2021 | 27 | 69% | 22% | 8% | 31% |
| 01 Nov 2019 - 30 Apr 2020 | 25 Aug 2020 | 26 | 43% | 45% | 12% | 47% |
| 01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 2019 | 07 Jun 2019 | 22 | 63% | 27% | 10% | 29% |
| 01 May 2017 - 31 Oct 2017 | 29 Nov 2017 | 19 | 94% | 4% | 2% | 10% |
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Invoice Payment Practices
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
30 days, or less, is our standard payment term for the majority of vendors, however we pay a number of vendors on 60 day payment terms (vendors in this category are typically our largest vendors by spend with whom we have centraly procured and negotiated payment terms)
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
Dispute Resolution Process
We pay valid, undisputed invoices within the agreed payment period. If we dispute any item in an invoice, we aim to (a) promptly inform the supplier of the disputed item and (b) work with the supplier to (1) explain why the relevant item has been disputed and (2) reach a mutually acceptable outcome. Suppliers are encouraged to contact Account Payable by email at accountspayable@aoshearman.com with any questions relating to the payment of invoices
Other Payment Information
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Company Summary
Allen & Overy LLP is a leading international law firm with a strong focus on sustainability. The firm offers a wide range of legal services to clients around the world, with a commitment to responsible business practices.
Their sustainability program is centered around four key areas: environmental impact, responsible business, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement. They have set ambitious targets to reduce their carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices within their operations. They also prioritize diversity and inclusion within their workforce and have initiatives in place to support and empower underrepresented groups.
In terms of their products and services, Allen & Overy LLP offers a comprehensive range of legal solutions to their clients, including corporate, finance, litigation, and regulatory advice. They have a strong track record of advising on complex and high-profile transactions, and their expertise covers a wide range of industries and sectors.
The firm is led by a team of experienced and highly skilled professionals, including their managing partner, Gareth Price, and senior partner, Wim Dejonghe. They have a network of over 5,500 employees, including over 2,800 lawyers, across 44 offices in 31 countries.
To contact Allen & Overy LLP, individuals can visit their website at www.allenovery.com or reach out to their registered office at One Bishops Square, London E1 6AD, United Kingdom. Their website also provides more information on their sustainability initiatives and the services they offer.
