Yvonne Akpofure
About Yvonne Akpofure
Yvonne Akpofure is a Trainee Solicitor currently working at Starling Bank in London. She has a diverse background in legal roles, including experience at Google, Amazon, and various law firms, along with a strong academic foundation in law and business management.
Work at Starling Bank
Yvonne Akpofure has been employed at Starling Bank as a Trainee Solicitor since 2021. In this role, she is involved in various legal matters pertinent to the banking sector. Her position allows her to apply her legal knowledge and skills in a practical environment, contributing to the bank's operations and compliance.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Prior to her current role, Yvonne Akpofure worked in several legal positions. She served as a Commercial Contracts and Legal Operations Paralegal at Google from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she held various internships and placements, including a Legal Assistant position at Amazon from 2019 to 2020, and multiple legal internships in 2017 at organizations such as Guardian Law and Tuckers Solicitors.
Education and Expertise
Yvonne Akpofure studied at The University of Law, where she earned a Master of Science in Law and Business Management, completing her studies from 2017 to 2019. She also holds a 2:1 degree in Law with Business from Nottingham Trent University, which she completed from 2014 to 2017. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both legal principles and business practices.
Background in Legal Placements
Yvonne Akpofure has gained extensive experience through various legal placements. In 2017, she participated in a legal work placement at Partnership Services, the Business Service Centre of the John Lewis Partnership. She also worked as a Legal Placement at Downs Solicitors LLP and gained experience in the Commercial Property Department during her time there.
Leadership Experience
During her time at Nottingham Trent University, Yvonne Akpofure served as the Head of Fundraising for Enactus, a student-led organization. This role involved coordinating fundraising activities and engaging with the community to support various initiatives, demonstrating her leadership and organizational skills.