Reward

We recognise the link between performance and reward. Reward is dealt with as a local issue and we aim to be at the top of the market in the countries where we employ people. Pay for most lawyers includes a seniority-based salary, together with a performance-related bonus. For other people, pay depends on the role and quality of performance.

The year 2007 saw a greater use of individual performance bonuses for both associates and business services staff to reflect high performance. We also took steps to ensure our basic pay rates were among the market leaders in all our jurisdictions. We provide generous holiday entitlements often including time off in lieu, at the discretion of the relevant partner, following periods of intensive work.

In London, senior associates are eligible for a four-week paid sabbatical after three years’ employment. Trainees are able to take up to four weeks’ leave on qualification. Other benefits include a contributory pension scheme, a full range of insurance benefits, and enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Recent developments include offering home computing and childcare voucher schemes.