Being a Gen Z Law Student at Globe

Last August, Gen Z Ka-Globe came together for the Ayala Inclusive Circle, a community across Ayala Group cultivating a safe space for authenticity and connection. Abi Modales, Fraud Forensics Expert at Finance & Administration and one of the participants, shares how Globe gives her an environment to thrive as a student and young professional.

In 2022, I took a risk that would challenge both my professional and academic life. Globe had an opening that promised immense growth, but I was already deeply immersed in law school, taking full units. The balance I had built between my studies and personal life felt comfortable, and applying to Globe meant stepping out of that comfort zone. Yet, the challenge was too good to pass up. Despite the uncertainty of how I would manage both commitments, I decided to go for it.

Smiling dahil hired pa rin during pandemic.

From the start, I was transparent with my future leaders and the recruiting team about my situation as a full-time law student. I knew the demands of the position, but I also hoped they would understand the flexibility I would need. I prepared myself mentally for the possibility of rejection, but I got the good news of getting the job.

Taking a Gen Z selfie at the Ayala Inclusive Circle: Gen Z POV.

What followed was an experience that exceeded my expectations. My team and leaders were not only supportive of my dual role as a student and professional but were proactive in accommodating my needs. They offered flexible work hours during exam days, allowed me to take breaks after grueling weeks, and most importantly, they never made me feel like my school quests were a burden to the team. Their understanding gave me the energy to push through difficult times, but what truly fueled me was their solid trust.

Conducting EBA cascades — may pa-recit pa yan ah!

Despite being new to the team and still navigating both work and school, they never hesitated to provide me with growth opportunities. They allowed me to take the first stab at new tasks and projects.

One notable project was creating a framework for more efficient court case filings, which we termed the Elements Based Approach (EBA) framework. It required both technical and legal expertise, and I initially thought it would be better suited for a more experienced teammate. However, when I was assigned the task, it felt like a vote of confidence in my abilities. Their belief in me boosted my self-assurance before I even knew I was capable of handling such responsibility.

And I’m happy that all my effort is recognized.

As a Gen Z professional, growth, stretching myself beyond limits, and being part of a community that fosters my talent are at the top of my list of non-negotiables in deciding my career path. Globe has provided that environment — one where I can thrive as both a student and a young professional. The trust my leaders have placed in me is something I carry with me, pushing me to always deliver my best. The journey has been demanding, but it has been deeply fulfilling.

Gen Z gets a bad rap in the workplace — peers often think Gen Zers are too sensitive, too emotional, too much. Abi believes otherwise. Read her post on LinkedIn HERE.

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