Zarah Rasool
About Zarah Rasool
Zarah Rasool serves as Legal Counsel at Citymapper and Director at PANDA, where she advises tech companies on team development and motivation. She holds advanced degrees in law from the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge and has extensive experience in intellectual property and data privacy law.
Current Role at Citymapper
Zarah Rasool has been serving as Legal Counsel at Citymapper since 2020. In this role, she provides legal guidance and support to the organization, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Her responsibilities include advising on various legal matters that impact the company's operations and strategic initiatives.
Experience at PANDA
Zarah Rasool holds the position of Director at PANDA, where she has worked since 2020. She advises tech companies on strategies for rewarding, developing, and motivating their teams. Additionally, she played a key role in hiring the first full-time recruiter in the US to enhance client support and drive growth for the organization.
Educational Background
Zarah Rasool studied at the University of Cambridge, where she earned a Master of Arts in Law from 2003 to 2006. She furthered her education at the University of Oxford, obtaining a Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law and Practice from 2011 to 2012. This academic background has equipped her with a strong foundation in legal principles relevant to her career.
Professional Experience in Law
Before her current roles, Zarah Rasool worked at Baker Botts as a Senior Associate specializing in Intellectual Property and Data Privacy from 2013 to 2019. She also served as an Associate at Jones Day, focusing on Intellectual Property from 2011 to 2013. Earlier in her career, she was a Trainee Solicitor at Charles Russell LLP from 2008 to 2010. This extensive experience in law has contributed to her expertise in various legal domains.
Expertise in Hiring and Employee Incentives
Zarah Rasool specializes in global hiring strategies and employee incentives. She has significant expertise in remote hiring and onboarding processes, which is particularly relevant in today's evolving work environment. Her involvement in a rapidly scaling team at PANDA focuses on enhancing remote work opportunities across Europe, reflecting her commitment to innovative workforce solutions.