Our opportunitiesWhen you join Herbert Smith Freehills, you’ll learn from the very best. From day one, you’ll hone your skills on high-profile cases and deals, gaining valuable experience in a dynamic, international environment.
Our success as a firm will be defined by your development. Your training programme with us is designed to give you exposure to a varied and interesting set of experiences that will help you reach your potential. As well as day-to-day learning from leading legal minds, we ensure you’re always supported and given the tools to take control of your learning and development.
We strive to reflect the societies we live and work in. We thrive when bringing together those different perspectives. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse culture where you’re valued for who you are and what makes you different.
We strive to reflect the societies we live and work in. We thrive when bringing together those different perspectives. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse culture where you’re valued for who you are and what makes you different.
“I get to work on groundbreaking, cross-border disputes with great mentors and friends from around the world.”Joshua Chia, Associate (Singapore), Dispute Resolution
Our awards
We’re proud to have been formally recognised across the world for our commitment to inclusion, equality and diversity. Here are some of the global awards we’ve won:
Top Global Employers for LGBT inclusion (2015 - 2022)Stonewall
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion – Amal Bouchenaki (2021)Women, Influence and Power in Law Award
Gold Award 2021 Defence Employer Recognition SchemeUK Ministry of Defence (2021)
Equal Opportunity Employer Recognition Scheme (2021)Hong Kong - Gold Award 2021
Ranked 7thUK Social Mobility Index (2022)
Asian Diversity Initiative of the Year Award Asia Legal Awards (2020)
Best workplace mental health initiative (2019)Australian Minds Count Award
Top 100 LGBT+ Executives – Justin D’Agostino (2013-2019)Outstanding in Business
