Benjamin Harris
About Benjamin Harris
Benjamin Harris serves as the Director of Strategic Operations & Compliance at Signet Jewelers, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive legal experience, having previously worked in various roles at Signet Jewelers and other legal firms, including positions as General Counsel and Head of Legal.
Current Role at Signet Jewelers
Benjamin Harris currently serves as the Director of Strategic Operations & Compliance at Signet Jewelers. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's operational strategies and compliance frameworks. His role involves overseeing compliance initiatives and ensuring that operations align with legal and regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at Signet Jewelers
Benjamin Harris has extensive experience at Signet Jewelers, having held multiple positions over several years. He was the Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance from 2018 to 2019, the General Counsel for the UK & Ireland from 2019 to 2022, and the Director of Legal & Strategic Governance from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at Signet Jewelers has spanned various aspects of legal and compliance functions.
Educational Background
Benjamin Harris studied at the University of Warwick, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and Business Studies from 2001 to 2004. He furthered his legal education at Nottingham Law School, completing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) from 2004 to 2005. This educational foundation has supported his career in legal and compliance roles.
Legal Career Prior to Signet Jewelers
Before joining Signet Jewelers, Benjamin Harris worked in various legal roles. He served as a Solicitor in Commercial (Media/Sport) at Clarke Willmott from 2007 to 2011 and at Pinsent Masons for a brief period in 2011-2012. He also held positions as Legal Counsel at Yell from 2012 to 2014 and as Deputy General Counsel at Halfords from 2015 to 2016. His diverse legal experience spans multiple sectors.