Philip Jacques
About Philip Jacques
Philip Jacques serves as Senior Legal Counsel for VISTRA, focusing on the UK, Channel Islands, and Middle East. He has extensive legal experience, having held various positions in notable firms and companies since the late 1990s.
Work at Vistra
Philip Jacques currently serves as Senior Legal Counsel for the UK, Channel Islands, and Middle East at Vistra. He has held this position since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked as Legal Counsel for the UK and Channel Islands at Vistra from 2020 to 2022. His experience at Vistra encompasses a range of legal responsibilities, focusing on compliance and regulatory matters within the regions he oversees.
Education and Expertise
Philip Jacques completed his studies at Durham University, where he focused on Politics and Sociology and achieved a degree in History from 1992 to 1995. Earlier, he attended Millfield School from 1988 to 1992. His foundational education also includes time at St Cuthbert's High School from 1986 to 1988. This educational background supports his expertise in legal counsel and advisory roles across various sectors.
Background
Philip Jacques has a diverse professional background in law, beginning his career as a Trainee Solicitor at Charles Russell LLP from 1998 to 2000. He then served as a Solicitor at Ashfords from 2002 to 2006. Following this, he worked as Associate Director and In-House Counsel at Jordans Trust Company Limited from 2006 to 2019. His extensive experience in legal roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks and compliance.
Career Progression
Philip Jacques has progressed through various legal positions over his career. After his initial training at Charles Russell LLP, he gained significant experience at Ashfords and later at Jordans Trust Company Limited. His roles have evolved from Trainee Solicitor to Associate Director and now to Senior Legal Counsel at Vistra, reflecting his growth and expertise in legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.