Does Freshfields pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Freshfields employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Freshfields. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Freshfields?

69% of Freshfields employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Freshfields 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Freshfields?

Associate (86) , 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)

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

"People are great no matter the level" ((in 80 reviews)); "and good benefits" ((in 52 reviews)); "Lots of very capable and friendly colleagues." ((in 38 reviews)); "Great culture and lots of responsibility" ((in 35 reviews)); "Great team and engaging work." ((in 31 reviews))

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

"Long hours and expectations of self sufficiency." ((in 71 reviews)); "Work life balance / long hours" ((in 27 reviews)); "Poor management and communication Skills" ((in 23 reviews)); "Hard work, long hours and somewhat unfulfilling work." ((in 19 reviews)); "No career progression for 99% of support staff" ((in 16 reviews))

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Freshfields reviews

3.7

69% would recommend to a friend

(641 total reviews)

Edward Braham and Stephan Eilers

50% approve of CEO

71% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.1

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Culture & values

3.2

Work/Life balance

3.1

Career opportunities

2.8

Senior management

Freshfields has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 641 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Freshfields employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Legal industry (3.8 stars).

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Reviews by job title

641 reviews

3.0

Jan 10, 2017

Great but...

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people, interesting work and nice office space

Cons

Poor work/life balance even for business services!

2.0

Dec 16, 2016

Revolving door of unhappy support staff

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nice offices and perks (soft drinks & coffee), occasional free lunch. Great support staff.

Cons

Unrealistic expectations from management without putting any emphasis on training. Promotes culture of fear and blame where employees are afraid to ask questions- I've had a peer procrastinate for hours on a number of tasks for fear of asking the supervisor for help. Out of date IT systems which further slow down efficiency.

5.0

Dec 14, 2016

Global Centre Manchester

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Freshfields have been recruiting into their Global Centre for 18 months - they're transitioning roles from London to Manchester and the amount of thought and energy being pout into this move is amazing. Everyone in the new centre is so friendly and there's a real "we're all in this together" spirit. The firm is a very considerate employer and even though our current offices are a temporary home, they have been created with it's employees in mind - great facilities. The communications to employees feels very inclusive and our opinions are sought and considered. I feel part of a large team and not just like an individual doing a job.

Cons

At the moment there aren't any - I accepted the job with my eyes wide open and I knew it would be an interesting journey because Freshfields are building something new - but that was part of the appeal.

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