Matt Watson
About Matt Watson
Matt Watson is a Corporate Associate at Linklaters in London, specializing in high-growth businesses and advising clients on strategic investments and acquisitions in various sectors. He holds a Graduate Diploma in Law and an LPC MSc from The University of Law, and has over five years of experience in corporate law.
Work at Linklaters
Matt Watson currently serves as a Corporate Associate at Linklaters in London, England. He has held this position since 2020, following a two-year tenure as a Trainee Solicitor at the same firm from 2018 to 2020. In his role, he focuses on advising clients on strategic investments and acquisitions, particularly within high-growth businesses across the technology, industrial, and energy sectors.
Education and Expertise
Matt Watson studied at The University of Law, where he completed a Graduate Diploma in Law from 2015 to 2016. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining an LPC MSc in Law, Business, and Management from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy from the University of Exeter, studying there from 2012 to 2015. His educational background supports his expertise in corporate law, with over five years of experience in the field.
Background
Before his legal career, Matt Watson worked as a Temporary English Teacher at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, for one month in 2014. He also gained early work experience as a Sales Assistant at Robert Dyas in Kenilworth, United Kingdom, from 2010 to 2013. His foundational education was completed at King Henry VIII School in Coventry, where he studied from 2006 to 2012.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Matt Watson has developed a focus on high-growth businesses, advising clients on strategic investments and acquisitions. His work spans multiple sectors, including technology, industrial, and energy. With a solid educational foundation and practical experience, he has established himself as a knowledgeable professional in corporate law.