Makbool Javaid, Head of Employment, wins at the London Asian Business Awards
Simons Muirhead Burton LLP (SMB)’s Makbool Javaid, Partner and Head of Employment, was presented with the ‘Best in Law’ award at this year’s London Asian Business Awards.
Finalists attended a black-tie awards ceremony held on the 29th of October at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel in Kensington. The awards event aimed to recognise and reward the hard work, determination and dedication of those individuals and businesses driving innovation and entrepreneurship in London from an Asian background.
The event is run by Oceanic Consulting – the UK’s leading ethnic consulting and promotions organisation.
Irfan Younis, CEO of Oceanic Consulting said:
“We would like to congratulate all of the winners and finalists of the 2nd London Asian Business Awards 2018. This year has been particularly special and it’s been fantastic witnessing the creativity and caliber of each finalist shine through. We’re already excited to see what London has in store for next year!”
31 awards were presented on the night and the firm would like to congratulate Makbool on his success.
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