Kate is Head of Corporate Governance and a member of the equity capital markets team. Kate has extensive experience advising both public and private companies on governance matters. Kate regularly advises listed companies on the the UK Corporate Governance Code, the QCA Code, the UK Listing Rules and the AIM Rules for Companies.  Kate's advice includes working with companies on setting up, revising and implementing their governance frameworks, as well as day to day assistance and guidance. Kate also regularly provides clients with advice and training on directors' duties and other governance topics.

Kate has a wealth of knowledge advising on IPOs and secondary listings for AIM and Main Market companies on the London Stock Exchange. She also provides advice on public takeovers, formal sales processes, private M&A and general corporate advice.

Kate works across several sectors but has particular experience in the Financial Services sector, as well as Tech, Media and Comms.

Kate hosts Osborne Clarke's quarterly Company Secretary Forum, a virtual forum for Company Secretary's and General Counsel of listed companies to discuss topical governance issues.

Kate is also a member of Osborne Clarke's multi-disciplinary ESG team, advising clients on the governance aspects of ESG matters and the development and implementation of their ESG strategies. This includes assisting clients with horizon scanning for upcoming governance laws and regulations. 

Helping you succeed in tomorrow's world

ESG (environmental, social, governance) is at the top of boardroom agendas across all sectors. It is critical for companies to understand and develop a strategy in relation to ESG and to ensure that their organisations are adopting strong and sustainable governance practices. I am part of Osborne Clarke's multi-disciplinary ESG team, focusing on advising companies on their governance arrangements. I help clients set up, review and implement governance structures and advise on their corporate governance compliance and reporting obligations.