About Freeths LLP

Freeths are one of the UK’s leading regional law practices, offering legal services to a wide range of commercial and private clients across the entire legal spectrum.

They are a top 50, full-service commercial law firm with 12 offices across the UK, and have a strong financial base with a turnover of more than £80 million. Their growing firm has more than 850 members of staff. They work with a variety of clients, including Aldi, Tarmac, Experian and Lloyds Bank, as well as many charities and universities.

The law firm feels that honesty and success go hand in hand, and are dedicated to being open about costs. They describe themselves as business people first and lawyers second, to provide value to their clients.

Whether clients need business advice or help with a personal crisis, they have a huge resource of expert advice, and are focused on understanding clients’ needs and delivering tangible results.

What is it like to work for Freeths LLP

Personal Growth

86% of staff agreed:

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

The Legal Assistance Foundation programme provides opportunities for graduates of any discipline to join the firm at a grassroots level straight from university and have the opportunity to train to be a solicitor with full sponsorship.

86% of staff agreed:

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

My Company

93% of staff agreed:

My work is an important part of my life

It is important to Freeths that staff feel valued and supported. They recently added a new staff discounts platform, Perkbox, to their suite of benefits, offering discounts across shopping, entertainment and dining outlets nationwide. This has proven popular with employees.

93% of staff agreed:

My work is an important part of my life

Fair Deal

77% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

The firm has created the ASPIRE Award in recognition of team members displaying exceptional performance. Nominated employees are given a certificate, are featured in the staff magazine and receive vouchers worth £50.

77% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Charity Activities

At least 20% of staff are known to undertake charitable activities during business hours without incurring financial loss
Women

At least 40% of senior managers are women
Gym

Companies offering either free gym/ sports facilities or offering subsidised gym membership for all employees
Pensions

Companies offering a final salary, non-contributory pension scheme to all or one in which the employer puts in at least three times
Maternity

At least 10 weeks’ full pay or generous alternative
Family Friendly

School hours contracts offered to all staff