Suzanne Spells
About Suzanne Spells
Suzanne Spells serves as the Head of Legal & Compliance for Asia Pacific at Apollo Global Management Inc., a position she has held since 2016. With extensive experience in private equity legal matters and compliance frameworks, she has worked with notable firms including Royal Bank of Scotland and CMS Cameron McKenna.
Work at Apollo Global Management Inc.
Suzanne Spells has been serving as the Head of Legal & Compliance for Asia Pacific at Apollo Global Management Inc. since 2016. In this role, she has played a significant part in establishing and implementing compliance frameworks tailored for the Asia Pacific region. Her responsibilities include navigating complex regulatory environments and ensuring adherence to legal standards across multiple jurisdictions. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Legal and Compliance Officer at Apollo for one month in 2016.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Before joining Apollo, Suzanne Spells held the position of Senior Legal Counsel at APM Terminals from 2014 to 2016. She also worked at the Royal Bank of Scotland as a Legal Counsel in the Strategic Investment Group during a secondment in 2012. Additionally, she has extensive experience in private equity legal matters, having spent seven years as a Senior Associate at CMS Cameron McKenna from 2007 to 2014.
Education and Qualifications
Suzanne Spells studied at the University of Exeter, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from 2001 to 2004. She furthered her legal education at the University of Law, completing the City Legal Practice Course from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, she attended the University of Law for one year from 2004 to 2005, focusing on legal studies.
Background in Legal Training
Suzanne Spells began her legal career as a Trainee Solicitor at Barlow Lyde & Gilbert from 2005 to 2007. This foundational experience contributed to her subsequent roles in private equity and compliance, equipping her with the necessary skills to navigate the legal complexities of the finance and investment sectors.
Contributions to Compliance Frameworks
In her current role at Apollo Global Management Inc., Suzanne Spells has been instrumental in establishing compliance frameworks that address the unique regulatory challenges of the Asia Pacific region. Her expertise in private equity legal matters and her experience across various jurisdictions have positioned her as a key figure in ensuring compliance and legal integrity within the organization.