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Jacqueline Lewis
General Counsel and Company Secretary, Nesta
Jacqueline Lewis is an accomplished Legal Director and General Counsel with a wealth of in-house experience in various industries, specializing in commercial contract negotiation, commercial litigation management, risk mitigation, and corporate governance.
Throughout her career, Jacqueline has excelled in building and leading efficient legal teams, known for offering high-quality, business-focused legal advice. She is passionate about mentoring and developing her team members to support their growth and success.
With a diverse background that includes roles in both permanent and interim positions, Jacqueline has a robust foundation in private practice, having previously worked at Clifford Chance, and also gained experience at the Bar. Her journey from a research scientist with first-class honors to a legal professional was marked by receiving multiple Lincoln's Inn scholarships during her legal studies.
Jacqueline Lewis's educational background includes attending Haberdashers' Aske's Girls School, earning a First-Class Honours degree in Chemistry from the University of Bristol, and achieving a Distinction in the Diploma in Law from City University London.
She has held key roles in reputable organizations such as Nesta, OCS GROUP UK LIMITED, Shaneel Enterprises Ltd, The Arora Group, Canal & River Trust, RMC (UK) Limited, and Clifford Chance LLP. Additionally, she has previous experience as a Criminal Defence Barrister at the Chambers of Rock Tansey QC and as an Experimental Officer at ICI Agrochemicals.