Assad Khan
About Assad Khan
Assad Khan is a Trainee Solicitor currently working at Starling Bank in London. He has a diverse background in legal roles, including positions at Cabot Credit Management and Allen & Overy, and holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Southampton.
Work at Starling
Assad Khan currently holds the position of Trainee Solicitor at Starling Bank, where he has been employed since 2024. His role is based in London, England, and operates in a hybrid work environment. Prior to this position, he served as a Banking Paralegal at Starling Bank from 2023 to 2024 for a duration of 11 months. During his time in these roles, he gained experience in various aspects of banking law and financial services.
Education and Expertise
Assad Khan completed his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at the University of Southampton from 2016 to 2019. He furthered his education at The University of Law, where he studied Business and Management and achieved a LPC MSc in Law from 2022 to 2023. His educational background includes achieving 11 GCSEs and 4 A-Levels in subjects such as History, Government & Politics, Economics, and ICT at Maidstone Grammar School.
Background
Assad Khan has a diverse background in legal and financial services. He began his career as a Legal Administrator at Cabot Credit Management from 2021 to 2022, followed by a role as a Paralegal from 2022 to 2023. He also gained experience through various work placements, including an Insight Day at Slaughter and May in 2019 and a Smart Start Work Experience at Allen & Overy in 2015.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Assad Khan has participated in several significant programs and initiatives. He was a Founder Member of the BAME in Law Society at the University of Southampton from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he engaged in various workshops and summer schools, including a Business Innovation Programme and an Applications Masterclass at the University of Southampton, which contributed to his professional development in the legal field.
Professional Experience
Assad Khan has accumulated extensive professional experience in the legal sector. His roles have included working as a Consultant at Cabot Financial and participating in various insight programs with major firms such as J.P. Morgan and Allen & Overy. His training as a solicitor has included seats focusing on Business (Asset Management & Treasury) and Digital, Data, and Commercial Contracts, enhancing his expertise in these areas.