Question 1

Is Freshfields a good company to work for as a Associate?

Accepted Answer

Associate professionals working at Freshfields have rated their employer with 3.3 out of 5 stars in 81 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of Freshfields employees being 3.7 out of 5 stars. Search open Associate Jobs at Freshfields now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Associate interview questions at Freshfields.

Question 2

Does Freshfields pay Associate employees well?

Accepted Answer

Associate professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Freshfields with 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 81 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is equal to the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Associate salaries at Freshfields.

Question 3

How happy are Associate professionals working at Freshfields?

Accepted Answer

66% of Associate employees at Freshfields would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 27% in the past 12 months. Associate professionals have also rated Freshfields with a 2.2 rating for work-life-balance, 3.3 rating for diversity and inclusion, 3.3 rating for culture and values and 3.6 rating for career opportunities.

Question 4

What are the top reviewed jobs at Freshfields?

Accepted Answer

Associate (87), Paralegal (38), Legal Solutions Specialist (21), Trainee Solicitor (20), Intern (17), Lawyer (16), Executive Assistant (14), Business Analyst (11), Senior Associate (11), Legal Secretary (9), Personal Assistant (9), Transaction Lawyer (9), Internship (8), Document Specialist (7), Documentation Specialist (7)

Question 5

What are the pros of working at Freshfields according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"great people to work with" ((in 76 reviews)); "and good benefits" ((in 56 reviews)); "Great culture and lots of responsibility" ((in 34 reviews)); "Good salary and perks within job" ((in 29 reviews)); "The pay is good (I can't comment on what others are paid) as I negotiated when I joined the firm." ((in 27 reviews))

Question 6

What are the cons of working at Freshfields according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"Long hours and difficult to plan days ahead." ((in 74 reviews)); "Work life balance / long hours" ((in 24 reviews)); "Poor management and communication Skills" ((in 24 reviews)); "No career progression for 99% of support staff" ((in 15 reviews)); "Lack of diversity" ((in 8 reviews))

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