What are the key projects that you have been involved in over the past 12 months?

One of the main areas of focus has been supporting the company in pursuing its strategic direction by contributing to the establishment of joint venture structures. This has included developing mutual understanding with partners and putting in place the legal and commercial frameworks needed to enable effective collaboration across jurisdictions.

In addition, efforts have been focused on several complex decommissioning tenders, as well as supporting management through a period characterised by demanding projects and a dynamic market environment.

A common thread across these initiatives has been close collaboration — both internally and with joint venture partners and external counsel. Working with capable and diverse teams across cultures and jurisdictions has been a rewarding experience and continues to shape how legal contributes to commercial delivery.

What do you think are the most important attributes for a modern in-house counsel to possess?

In-house counsel today must combine legal insight with sound commercial judgment. The ability to communicate clearly, adapt quickly, and understand broader business priorities is essential — especially in international and cross-functional environments.

Equally important is a collaborative mindset. Much of legal’s value lies in working well with others — not just solving legal questions but helping shape good decisions. Building trust, being dependable, and staying calm under pressure make a real difference.

What do you think sets you apart from other in-house counsel?

Rather than setting myself apart, I focus on the contribution legal can make when it works in partnership with the business. I draw on a solid legal background in contracts and negotiations but try to apply it with practicality and balance — helping teams move forward in a clear and structured way, even when working with new or complex issues.

I’m fortunate to work with strong colleagues and advisors, and I place real value on teamwork and shared ownership of outcomes. Legal is at its best when it helps unlock progress while protecting long-term interests.

What is a cause, business or otherwise, that you are passionate about?

One area I care about deeply is trust in business relationships. In an increasingly complex and sometimes unpredictable global context, trust provides the foundation for long-term collaboration and effective decision-making. Legal teams can play a key role here — not by being overly cautious, but by being clear, reliable, and fair.

I’m also committed to adaptability. In offshore decommissioning, each project presents unique questions. It’s not about having all the answers upfront — it’s about being willing to learn, ask the right questions, and find solutions together with others.