Graham Kirk
About Graham Kirk
Graham Kirk serves as the General Counsel and Company Secretary at Ultra Electronics Group, bringing extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions from his previous roles at HSBC and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.
Work at Ultra Electronics Group
Graham Kirk has been serving as General Counsel & Company Secretary at Ultra Electronics Group since 2023. His role involves overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance within the organization. This position allows him to leverage his extensive experience in corporate governance and legal strategy to support the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Before joining Ultra Electronics Group, Graham Kirk worked at HSBC as Associate General Counsel in Group M&A from 2013 to 2020. During his tenure in London, he focused on mergers and acquisitions, providing legal guidance on complex transactions and strategic initiatives within the financial services sector.
Career at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Graham Kirk spent 11 years at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, where he held the position of Senior Associate from 2002 to 2013. His work involved advising clients on various legal matters, particularly in the areas of corporate law and commercial transactions, which laid the foundation for his later roles in corporate governance.
Education and Expertise
Graham Kirk studied at the University of Cambridge, Jesus College, where he earned a BA (Hons) in History from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his legal education at The College of Law of England and Wales, York, obtaining a Post-graduate Diploma in Law/Legal Practice Course from 1999 to 2001. His academic background complements his specialization in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate advice.
Broad Industry Experience
Graham Kirk has a diverse range of work experience across sectors such as aerospace, defence, manufacturing, and financial services. He has developed expertise in high-risk and emerging markets, having worked on transactions involving clients and counterparties across six continents and over 30 countries.