Phil advises asset managers and securities services firms on regulation, market practice, and market developments relating to investment fund structures, regulatory initiatives (both domestic and European) and commercial agreements.

Phil is a specialist in investor disclosure and this work increasingly sees him advising on the implementation of forthcoming regulatory initiatives, particularly in the areas of ESG and sustainable/responsible investing where he leads on our Financial Services work and acts as chair of an industry working group.

Phil’s private practice experience has been supplemented by a series of industry secondments, including a role with the Financial Conduct Authority’s Fund Authorisations team. Phil maintains a substantial industry network, acting as an expert advisor to the Investment Association and TISA as well as holding a committee position with the Confederation of British Industry.