About Me
As the Head of Markets Business Development at Bird & Bird, I spearhead our Bird & Bird Plus initiative, a dynamic program connecting clients with elite legal expertise across diverse markets.
With years of experience in leading international law firms and a background living and working across Africa and Asia, I bring a unique perspective while overseeing our geographically focused groups, including Africa, India, Israel, Latin America, the Middle East and the USA.Based in our London office since 2021, I serve as a key point of contact for clients seeking strategic market insights and impactful legal solutions.
I regularly participate in global conferences, leveraging these opportunities to foster strong relationships with external counsel and drive strategic collaborations that benefit our clients' global goals.
Experience
- • Partnered with leading firms in Latin America to deliver tailored global privacy and data protection solutions for clients expanding across borders.
- • Advised European companies on strategic market entry and dispute resolution, working alongside external counsel in key jurisdictions to navigate complex legal landscapes.
- • Supported clients in the Middle East on cross-border transactions, providing insights into regulatory frameworks and helping them manage business development in the region.
- • Worked closely with legal teams in Asia to ensure seamless integration of international expansion strategies, focusing on compliance and local market adaptation.
- • Collaborated with government bodies and local stakeholders across Africa to advise on procurement opportunities, compliance, and market entry strategies for multinational clients.
Capabilities
Automotive
Aviation & Aerospace
Commercial
Copyright & related rights
Corporate
Defence & Security
Digital Rights & Assets
Energy & Utilities
Finance & Financial Regulation
Financial Services
Franchising & Distribution
Infrastructure
Intellectual Property
International Business-to-Consumer
International Dispute Resolution
International HR Services
Investigations
Life Sciences and Healthcare
Media, Entertainment and Sport
Outsourcing
Patents
Privacy and Data Protection
Product compliance and liability
Product Design
Real Estate
Regulatory & Public Affairs
Regulatory and Administrative
Restructuring and Insolvency
Retail and Consumer
Tax
Tech Transactions
Technology & Communications
Trade and Customs
Transactional IP
Education
Studied
- SOAS, University of London, BA Hons Law and Economics
- The College of Law, Graduate Diploma in Law
- The College of Law, Legal Practice Course
