#5 UK Legal Podcast: Gloria Mapamboli on Apprenticeships, Motherhood, and Building a Public Sector Career

Gloria Mapamboli shares her journey from CITI Bank to the House of Commons, balancing motherhood and career growth. A powerful public sector story on The Lawyer Files podcast.---🎙️ In this episode of The Lawyer Files, I sit down with Gloria Mapamboli, an Enquiry Executive Apprentice at the House of Commons and passionate advocate for young working mothers. Her journey — from corporate finance at CITI Bank at age 18 to government work and motherhood — is a powerful example of resilience, ambition, and reinvention.We discuss:✅ Gloria’s return to the workforce after becoming a mother, and the challenges of securing flexible apprenticeships✅ Her transition from the high-paced corporate world to the culture of public sector governance✅ How she balances academic study with her demanding role, and the time-management tools that keep her grounded✅ The leadership and teamwork lessons she learned from basketball that continue to shape her professional life✅ Her honest advice for young professionals, especially those building careers across both corporate and public sector landscapesWhether you’re a working parent, a career changer, a student, or someone seeking a meaningful role in public service, this episode is rich with practical insights and motivation.👉 Follow The Lawyer Files on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for more empowering stories from across the legal and public sector.Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denice-o/