Early careers

Our opportunities
When you join Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, 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.
Learning and development
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.
What inclusion means to us
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.

Hear from our people

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
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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 - 2025)
Stonewall
Fortune LGBTQ+ Leaders -
Justin D'Agostino (2024)
Women, Influence and Power in Law Award
Outstanding Firm, Diversity & Inclusion - HBT in association with HSF Kramer (2024) Chambers Asia-Pacifc Awards
Diversity & Inclusion Programme of the Year (Private Practice) (2025) International Employment Awards
Outstanding Collaboration Award for work with Legal Collaboration on Race and Ethnicity (Legal CORE) (2025) British Legal Awards