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Cyrus Pocha

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Partner at Freshfields
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Cyrus Pocha is the co-head of Freshfields global fintech group, specializing in complex financial services regulation for international banks, investment managers, and market associations. His expertise includes MiFID 2, bank structural reform, and recovery and resolution planning. He is recognized by Chambers as a top-tier lawyer in his field.

As the firms sponsor partner for graduate recruitment, Cyrus has been instrumental in launching a virtual learning experience to widen access to the legal profession. The program focuses on fintech and cryptocurrency, aiming to inspire the next generation of commercial lawyers and promote social mobility.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Partner
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Cyrus shows up

Non-Confrontational
Amiable & Agreeable
Story Driven

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They tend to be agreeable by nature, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.
 They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.

Priorities

Topics Cyrus cares about

Fintech Regulation
As co-head of Freshfields' global fintech group, he advises clients on emerging technologies and frequently analyzes new regulations concerning cryptoassets and digital payments.
Digital Pound (CBDC)
He has publicly shared detailed analysis of the Bank of England and HM Treasury's consultation paper on a potential UK Central Bank Digital Currency.
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Career

Work history

5-2019
Partner
Freshfields
5-2015 - 5-2019
Senior Associate
Freshfields
4-2010 - 5-2015
Associate
Freshfields
4-2008 - 4-2010
Trainee
Freshfields
10-2007 - 12-2007
Stagiare
Van Bael & Bellis
In the press

Media appearances

Freshfields' Partner Cyrus Pocha explains how the virtual learning experience is .... Featured in Facebook
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Education
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St Christopher School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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