Gender Equality at Herbert Smith Freehills
In May 2019, we introduced new bold and ambitious gender targets - by 1 May 2023, women will comprise 35% of partners and partner leadership roles.
We know we need to and can do more. Our progress so far shows we’re on the right track. To support our targets and the progress we’re making on gender diversity, we:
- Analyse the talent pipeline for partnership including the leadership pipeline;
- Improve support for partners returning from parental leave;
- Focus on inclusive leadership behaviours;
- Ensure junior partners have the right support from their team as well as the broader network;
- Increase transparency about the appointment and reappointment of leadership roles; and
- Develop leadership skills for junior partners.
"I am passionate about making Herbert Smith Freehills a place where everyone can succeed and achieve their goals. Being involved in our Gender Equity Matters Network gives me countless opportunities to learn, participate in thought-provoking conversations and meet people across the firm, all of which support my growth and fulfilment at the firm”
MIA HARRISON-KELF (Senior Associate, Corporate)
Discover more about our targets.
Gender Equity Matters Network
Our Gender Equity Matters Network brings together a number of groups focused on driving greater inclusion and representation at all levels. Most recently, our Gender Equity Matters Network is Leading for Inclusion by:
- In partnership with our Multiculturalism Network, our Women Lawyers Network hosted a recent event that welcomed clients to an evening with booker prize winner Bernardine Evaristo, author of Girl, Woman, Other
- In partnership with our Family Network, hosting a conversation with our new Senior Partner, Rebecca Maslen-Stannage, reflecting on how to balance a successful career with family life.
- Led by our Women Trainee Lawyers Network, launching an internal podcast for colleagues discussing topics such as tech in the legal profession, culture and identity within the workplace and breaking barriers.