Birkett Long LLP

To improve individual lives, businesses and communities by caring, and providing excellent service, for all, by all, all of the time.
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'Vibrant and dynamic, with people and community at its heart.' The success of full-service law firm Birkett Long isn't just down to it knowing the law but the impact it has on businesses and communities.

The Essex-based LLP, which can trace its roots back to 1821, offers a full range of legal advice through its 170-strong team, including specialist lawyers, patent attorneys, independent financial advisors and HR experts.

Its employees get the flexibility to manage home and work life and benefit from a work environment with a 'highly positive "praise culture"' – one where regular meetings and an 'open door' policy prevent a hierarchical 'them and us' culture.

Birkett Long has turned Employee Appreciation Day into a whole week, during which staff enjoy a host of perks, from free in-office lunches to coffee house vouchers. And there are little appreciation gifts throughout the year, including scratch cards and Easter Eggs to keep morale and sugar levels high!

'Thank yous' have also come in the form of twice-yearly bonuses, additional leave days, festive gifts and £100 supermarket vouchers to help with the cost of Christmas day lunch.

And employees have many opportunities to develop their skills and profile. These include training courses, working within different teams, attending charity events on behalf of the LLP and being the face of the firm by penning articles on law changes for social channels and wider media.

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My Team

89% of staff agreed

People in my team go out of their way to help me

Drink and snack gifts sent through the post encourage employees to get 'tea'gether. And a popular firm-wide Teams forum has various channels covering topics like film, sport, pets and food. There's also a team building and peer recognition fund and the opportunity for team volunteer days.

My Company

97% of staff agreed

I feel proud to work for this organisation

Staff and partners who recommend successful hires are rewarded generously. They get a £250 voucher of their choice once the candidate has accepted the role and provided references and a further £300 when they start. And there's an additional £2,500 bonus payment when the new recruit completes their probation period.

Giving Something Back

99% of staff agreed

My organisation encourages charitable activities

The firm supports its communities by fundraising, donating legal services and volunteering – much driven by its Birkett Long Community Foundation. Individually, colleagues are involved in over 90 charities and not-for-profit organisations as volunteers, trustees and governors. They're also encouraged to undertake random acts of kindness, supporting charities with gifts and treats.

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89% of staff agreed

People in my team go out of their way to help me

Drink and snack gifts sent through the post encourage employees to get 'tea'gether. And a popular firm-wide Teams forum has various channels covering topics like film, sport, pets and food. There's also a team building and peer recognition fund and the opportunity for team volunteer days.

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97% of staff agreed

I feel proud to work for this organisation

Staff and partners who recommend successful hires are rewarded generously. They get a £250 voucher of their choice once the candidate has accepted the role and provided references and a further £300 when they start. And there's an additional £2,500 bonus payment when the new recruit completes their probation period.

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89% of staff agreed

People in my team go out of their way to help me

Drink and snack gifts sent through the post encourage employees to get 'tea'gether. And a popular firm-wide Teams forum has various channels covering topics like film, sport, pets and food. There's also a team building and peer recognition fund and the opportunity for team volunteer days.

Quick Facts

Organisation established in
1821
Total number of UK employees
Number of UK locations
41
Employee average age
25% : 75%
Male : Female employee ratio
47%
Employees earning £35k+
13%
Employee turnover (voluntary)
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Birkett Long truly focuses on people - our clients, our employees, our business partners, and those in our local communities. With people and community at our core, we are committed to investing in our staff and their personal development. Our people are the drivers of the firm's success, and we recognise that engagement comes in many forms and may vary for each employee. We recognise and reward our teams for their hard work, demonstrating and explaining how they contribute to the overall success and strategy of the firm, and we actively promote collaboration and teamwork. We provide our employees with the necessary tools to succeed, lead from the top, and drive and shape change. Listening, understanding, and acting on feedback helps us develop an engagement strategy and creates a more open culture where our employees feel comfortable sharing their ideas, feel valued and contribute to the firm's successful operation and continuous improvement.

Joann Kebbell, Partner and Director of HR&L&D - Birkett Long LLP

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