Benjamin Haast
About Benjamin Haast
Benjamin Haast is a Senior Relationship Manager in Private Equity at VISTRA, with a strong educational background from Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam, where he earned both a Master's and Bachelor's degree in law. He has extensive experience in legal and consulting roles, including positions at JONES DAY® and PwC Nederland.
Work at Vistra
Benjamin Haast has been employed at Vistra since 2017, progressing through various roles in the organization. He started as a Junior Corporate Lawyer focusing on US Multinationals and Private Equity, where he worked for one year. He then advanced to the position of Senior Corporate Lawyer in Private Equity, serving for two years. Currently, he holds the title of Senior Relationship Manager in Private Equity, a role he has occupied since 2020. His tenure at Vistra reflects a consistent focus on private equity and corporate law.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Haast studied at Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Rechtsgeleerdheid from 2010 to 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Bedrijfsrecht from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he achieved a Master's Degree in Financieel Recht from 2014 to 2015. This academic background provides him with a strong foundation in legal principles and financial regulations, enhancing his expertise in private equity.
Background
Before joining Vistra, Benjamin Haast gained experience in various legal roles. He worked as a Legal Assistant in M&A at JONES DAY® for five months in 2015. Prior to that, he served as a Legal Assistant at HVG - Holland Van Gijzen Advocaten en Notarissen LLP for seven months in 2014. He also worked at PwC Nederland as a Consultant Regulatory from 2015 to 2016. These positions contributed to his understanding of corporate law and regulatory compliance.
Career Progression
Benjamin Haast's career has shown a clear trajectory in the legal and financial sectors. Starting as a Legal Assistant, he transitioned to consulting and then to corporate law. His roles at Vistra demonstrate his growth from a Junior Corporate Lawyer to a Senior Relationship Manager. This progression highlights his increasing responsibilities and expertise in private equity and corporate law.