Based at Nestlé HQ, Switzerland. Involved in acquisitions and disposals of publicly-traded and privately-held food & beverage, skin care and life science businesses worldwide, from structuring through closing (including sale and purchase, joint venture, commercial contracts and IP licensing; competition/regulatory filings; squeeze-outs & de-listings; works council consultation). Counsel to Nestlé Executive Board Members in relation to corporate ventures, corporate governance and compliance.

In charge of legal department (5 counsel) in a business generating total sales of approx. 1bn US$. Member of the Management Executive Committee. Focus areas included corporate governance and compliance, coaching, and sustainability initiatives.

In charge of legal and tax department (10 counsel) covering Central and West Africa, a region including 22 countries generating total sales in excess of 1bn US$. Focus areas included corporate governance, compliance, regional commercial contracts and tax.

One of Europe’s largest investor-led fintech platforms, Angels Den Funding helps high-growth startups and SMEs access dilutive and non-dilutive financing. Winner of the Global Award 2015 for best crowdfunding firm (Finance Monthly) and Best UK Start Up Facilitation Firm award in 2015 (AI Business Excellence).

Secondment from Nestlé. Advised a publicly-traded financial institution in connection with its potential takeover; involved in all aspects of transactions from structuring through closing, including the acquisition of a medical device manufacturing business.

Involved in projects funded by the Swiss government, including drafting speeches for the Minister of Foreign Affairs; and negotiating credit agreements with international organizations.

Based in New York, US. Involved in all aspects of transactions from structuring through closing, including drafting and negotiating of documents in connection with syndicated lending, project financing, M&A and debt restructuring.

Involved in the structuring and implementation of an internal compliance program.

Required internship for admission to the Geneva Bar. Drafted briefs and represented clients in civil, criminal and administrative litigation. Advised a U.S. pharmaceutical company on the acquisition of a Swiss biotech company, and acted as ad hoc translator to Geneva courts.

Required clerkship for admission to the Geneva Bar. Drafted opinions relating to contract and corporate law.