Freshfields - opens doors for future opps elsewhere - Anonymous employee Freshfields Employee Review

3.0
11 Dec 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

It's a helpful brand to have on the CV and will open doors for future opportunities. Some in the business are at the top of their game and you can learn a lot from them. The staff benefits are good.

Cons

Can feel very 'old boys club'. Little personal development or mentoring and opportunities for progression in business services are very limited. Salary isn't great and nor is it transparent. Very conservative and consequently it can take forever to get anything real done.

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5.0
16 Oct 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Friendly people; international brand recognition; grows fast in the US.

Cons

Still expanding. Not all practices groups are strong.

2.0
14 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Conveniently located in New York City.

Cons

Cliquish working environment - not expected for a top 1-20 firm.

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