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Clayton Utz

3.8
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Clayton Utz Reviews

Based on 37 surveyed graduates working at Clayton Utz. Read on to get an insider’s view on life as a graduate.
3.8
Based on 37 reviews

Pros & Cons

  • The culture at CU Canberra has been an integral part of why I enjoy being part of the team. The people are very friendly and have helped me settle in.
  • As a graduate, I am given the opportunity to get involved in lots of really interesting, high-profile matters.
  • The partners really care about the people in their team and I have felt supported and accepted throughout my experience at the firm.
  • The support system at the firm helps with this quite a lot. People are able to maintain a great work-life balance as long as they communicate well.
  • Diversity is a strong factor at Clayton Utz. It is embraced throughout the firm, and everyone is welcoming of differing backgrounds and opinions.
  • The hours can be (very) long during busy periods and there can be limited flexibility during those times.
  • Pay is okay, at the lower end of the big 6 from what I have been told. Bonuses for grads are rarely awarded.
  • There is sometimes a disconnect between the messaging of the firm and the actual reality... decisions are made based on business needs.
  • The autonomy grads have over their rotations and ultimately their career is too driven by HR.
  • Promotion opportunities are highly dependent on business needs or the vibe of the team you are in.

What Insiders Say

7.2
Career Prospects
7.2
Career Prospects
There are generally good promotion opportunities, but this sometimes depends on what team you're in and whether there is capacity to promote.
7.2
Corporate Social Responsibility
7.2
Corporate Social Responsibility
The firm has its own pro bono that applies to your billable targets—the firm could not be better in terms of contributing to society in this manner.
8.2
Culture
8.2
Culture
The best there is. You know where you stand with people here. If you come into the firm eager to learn and apply yourself, everyone will invest in you.
7.3
Diversity
7.3
Diversity
The firm has a strong commitment to diversity... gender, LGBT+, and ethnic minority committees to be a part of, generous maternity/paternity leave policies.
7.5
Satisfaction
7.5
Satisfaction
The people! I am fortunate to work with very smart, interesting, and supportive people that make me excited to go to work.
7.5
Management
7.5
Management
My direct managers are incredible. They teach as they want to be taught and encourage curiosity that helps those who want to learn become fantastic lawyers.
7.3
Office Work Environment
7.3
Office Work Environment
The CU Sydney offices are really nice, located in the CBD... Most offices are set up in configurations with two desks, so as a grad you are usually sharing with one other person.
7.1
Recruitment
7.1
Recruitment
The process was really comfortable, and the firm made it really easy to navigate. There were buddies assigned to guide us along the way.
6.6
Salary
6.6
Salary
Pay is slightly below market... I am happy with the pay as it is generally in line with the market.
7.8
Training
7.8
Training
The professional development opportunities here are very broad and enriching.
6.5
Work Hours
6.5
Work Hours
The team I am in allows for flexible working hours, which has made my life easy and enhanced my ability to get my work done.
6.8
Sustainability
6.8
Sustainability
The firm has a sustainability focus, including offering reusable bowls, multiple bin options, etc.