In this episode, Stephanie Anais is joined by Emma Matebalavu, Global Head of Global Financial Markets at Clifford Chance who specialises in Real Estate Finance, securitisation and all types of structured debt. During this episode, Emma explains what her role as global head of global financial markets and practicing solicitor both involve, the global events impacting the global financial markets, and shares the details of one of the most memorable deals that she has advised on. Emma also talks about the key trends that aspiring commercial lawyers should keep abreast of ahead of, the key skills that aspiring Clifford Chance solicitors should master ahead of their assessment day and training contract interviews, the top qualities of an exceptional trainee solicitor and how successful commercial solicitors continuously win and retain business. Finally, Emma reveals the one piece of advice she wants all future and current trainee solicitors to know and shares the highlight of her working week. Visit Clifford Chance career’s site, here. **For 10% off your first month with BetterHelp, convenient and affordable therapy anytime, anywhere, click here (www.betterhelp.com/tsl) (Ad)** Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast to ensure that you never miss an episode, and please share this episode with others who might find it useful! Hosted by Stephanie Anais, Produced by Nathan Gore