The power of commercial awareness with Saba

Ashurst Legal Outlook Podcast

Welcome to the third episode of our podcast mini-series, where Ashurst's trainees and junior associates share the influences and factors that have guided them in their careers in commercial law.

In this third episode of the series, final seat trainee Saba Nasrolahi share her insights and personal experiences applying the crucial skill of commercial awareness in both her application and early career work experience at Ashurst.

Saba shares her journey from studying law at King's College London to her decision to join Ashurst as a trainee. She details what commercial awareness is and why it’s essential for a career in law and provides practical tips on how to develop it organically. Saba provides actionable advice for aspiring trainees, emphasising the importance of following your interests, staying updated with industry developments, and continuously building your knowledge.

Along the way Saba shares personal anecdotes about applying commercial awareness in real-world scenarios, from the virtual execution process in banking transactions to navigating businesses through political disruptions.

"Commercial awareness is … not necessarily a knowledge and expertise of the ins and outs of each part of the law or each sector. It's about understanding how businesses work and what might be impacting businesses.”

Join us for insightful conversations that shed light on the personal and professional paths of our trainees. Whether you're considering a career in law or just curious about the experiences of our talented team, this series is for you.

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