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23 April 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Mourant—Philip Allen & Steve Cornick

Firm enhances global marketing leadership with strategic hires

International professional services firm Mourant has enhanced its go-to-market strategy with two key appointments.

Philip Allen (pictured, right) has been appointed as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing over 20 years of international marketing and business development experience, including his recent role at Ogier. Steve Cornick (left) has been named Global Head of Marketing, with more than 25 years of expertise in brand development and professional services marketing, honed at Brand Spark and other industry firms.

CEO Jonathan Rigby stated: 'We’re excited to welcome Philip and Steve to Mourant. They bring fresh ideas and a commitment to strong marketing and business development. Their leadership will help us to build the strength of our brand in key markets and will support our client centric approach to relationship management, as we continue to grow worldwide.'

Philip added: 'Mourant is known for excellence in client service and has considerable expertise in key sectors such as private capital. It's an exciting time to join the firm and I’m looking forward to working with my new colleagues to support the ongoing growth and success of the business, through the next phase of its evolution.'

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