Ep#6 - In Conversation with Stephanie Pagni, General Counsel of Monzo Bank on Navigating a Non-linear Career in Law and the Evolving Role of Lawyers in the Commercial World
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Today I sit down with Stephanie Pagni, General Counsel of Monzo Bank, a great model and real force of nature.. Stephanie discusses her educational background and her non-linear career journey, starting out on the trading floor and gaining on the job commercial experience before moving on to qualify as a lawyer with Allen and Overy and eventually spending 15 years with Barclays before moving to Monzo Bank. Stephanie emphasises the importance of cultivating practical and commercial acumen alongside legal expertise. She also talks about her challenges in balancing work and home life, particularly when her son fell ill, and stresses the importance of quality time over quantity. Stephanie shares her thoughts on gender roles, the potential future of the legal profession in the light of AI and automation, and the importance of adaptability and continuous learning.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
00:27 Stephanie's Career Journey
02:53 The Importance of Non-Linear Career Paths
04:00 Balancing Career and Personal Life
06:39 The Role of Coaching in Career Development
12:07 Transitioning to Scale Leadership
15:01 The Challenge of Delegation
18:18 Overcoming Career Challenges and the Importance of Visibility
21:53 The Importance of Public Speaking and Training for Lawyers
23:20 The Role of Sponsorship and Networking in Career Growth
28:30 The Challenges and Strategies of Asking for More Compensation
33:31 The Shift from Narrow Legal Advice to a Business-minded Approach
36:32 The Impact of AI and Automation on the Future of Law
39:19 Advice to Younger Self: Embrace Nonlinear Paths and Continuous Learning
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