Alice Black
About Alice Black
Alice Black serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Brambles, having transitioned from her role as Group General Counsel and Company Secretary at Taylor Wimpey plc. She has extensive legal experience, including positions at Thomas Cook and Latham & Watkins, and holds an MA in Jurisprudence from the University of Oxford.
Current Role at Brambles
Alice Black serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Brambles, a position she has held since October 13, 2023. Prior to this, she was appointed as Chief Legal Officer Designate in August 2023. In her current role, she oversees the global Legal, Compliance, and Government Affairs functions, along with the Company Secretariat. Her responsibilities include ensuring that the organization adheres to legal standards and regulations while supporting its operational goals.
Previous Experience at Taylor Wimpey plc
Before joining Brambles, Alice Black worked at Taylor Wimpey plc as Group General Counsel and Company Secretary from 2019 to 2023. In this role, she was responsible for managing the legal affairs of the company, which is a prominent UK-listed residential housebuilder. Her tenure at Taylor Wimpey involved overseeing legal compliance and corporate governance matters.
Legal Career at Thomas Cook
Alice Black has significant experience in the travel industry, having worked at Thomas Cook from 2015 to 2019. She held various roles, including Head of Legal - Group, UK&I and Group Company Secretary, and later Group General Counsel and Company Secretary. Her work involved managing legal risks and ensuring compliance within the organization, which was a major holiday company and airline operator.
Educational Background
Alice Black obtained her Master of Arts in Jurisprudence from the University of Oxford, where she studied from 2000 to 2003. This educational foundation provided her with a strong understanding of legal principles, which she has applied throughout her career in various legal roles across different industries.
Legal Experience at Latham & Watkins
Alice Black began her legal career at Latham & Watkins, where she worked as an Associate from 2007 to 2013. During her time there, she was a senior associate in the Technology Transactions Group, gaining experience in complex legal matters and transactions. This role contributed to her expertise in legal issues related to technology and corporate governance.