Esther Huikeshoven
About Esther Huikeshoven
Esther Huikeshoven serves as Senior Legal Counsel (a.i) at Signicat since 2023, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at various companies, including Sentia Group and Heineken. She focuses on creating a positive social and sustainable impact through her legal work and is recognized for her proactive approach and strong commercial sense.
Work at Signicat
Esther Huikeshoven serves as Senior Legal Counsel (a.i) at Signicat since 2023. In this role, she focuses on providing legal guidance and support to the organization. Her responsibilities include addressing legal matters related to the company's operations and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Huikeshoven's expertise in legal counsel is instrumental in navigating the complexities of the digital identity and signature solutions offered by Signicat.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to her current position, Esther Huikeshoven held various legal roles in notable organizations. She worked at Sentia Group as Senior Legal Counsel (a.i.) from 2020 to 2022. She also had a brief tenure at bol.com in 2022 for three months as Senior Legal Counsel (a.i). Additionally, she served as Senior Legal Counsel EMEA (a.i) at Media.Monks from 2022 to 2023. Her earlier experience includes a seven-year tenure at Heineken Nederland B.V. and four years at Danone, where she contributed to legal strategies and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Esther Huikeshoven has a solid educational background in law. She studied at the University of Amsterdam, where she earned her law degree. She furthered her legal education by completing the Training Dutch Bar Association from 2001 to 2004. Additionally, she has been studying at Grotius Academie, focusing on National and International Contracting, and achieved a postgraduate specialization in this area since 2010. Her educational foundation supports her expertise in providing legal counsel across various sectors.
Legal Approach and Philosophy
Esther Huikeshoven is recognized for her proactive and professional approach as a legal team player. She emphasizes a strong commercial and business sense in her legal practice. Huikeshoven adopts a holistic approach, considering non-legal elements to develop practical solutions that benefit her clients. Her commitment to creating a positive social and sustainable impact through her legal work reflects her dedication to using her skills for broader societal benefits.