A snapshot view to give you a sense of Herbert Smith Freehills’ ethos and culture.
The upside – plenty of ‘deep end’ opportunities
The downside – navigating ‘slow’ times between bouts of intense pressure
Sneak peek – a day in the life of Linda Nguyen
Wellbeing and workplace culture 9/10
The 3(ish) word review - ‘inclusive’, ‘responsive’, ‘high-profile.’
‘A top-tier firm that does work that appears on the front page of the AFR/SMH so that the work will always be complex and large-scale. It is also an extremely friendly firm with a very unobtrusive hierarchy.’
Remuneration 7.6/10
Reviewed as being ‘market rate’ and ‘competitive.’ Graduates are eligible for bonuses.
‘It is at a market rate, and I am content. The recent bonus scheme as a result of better than expected results during COVID shows to me that the company values its employees.’
Professional development 9.2/10
Three 6-month rotations and potential international secondments.
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‘Very extensive and high quality. Legal, technical skills (discovery, research, negotiation, drafting various documents) mainly….’
Social Responsibility 8.6/10
Strong on sustainable economic development and community partnerships
HSF sponsors a pro bono legal clinic, Shopfront, which gives lawyers an opportunity to give back to the community and apply their legal skills to help disadvantaged young people. ….. …the firm is very supportive of allowing lawyers to participate in these types of initiatives.’