Efftichia Dower: Unlocking legal career growth through mentorship and adaptability

In this episode, Efftichia (Effie) Dower, VP of Legal at M42 joins your host, Emma Coxhead to share her inspiring career story and her insights on the foundational role of mentorship in the legal profession. From her “squiggly” career path that saw her leave and return to the law, to her impactful move from the UK to the UAE, Effie dives deep into the lessons she’s learned about adapting, leading, and fostering growth within her teams.
Key topics include:

• The crucial role mentorship plays in developing confidence and driving career growth.
• How leaders can effectively mentor their teams while enabling open, growth-oriented cultures.
• The exciting innovation-focused legal landscape of the UAE and adapting to global opportunities.Practical advice on finding or becoming a mentor and building authentic mentoring relationships.

Whether you’re seeking career inspiration or actionable advice on creating strong mentor-mentee relationships, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.