Vanessa Young—Neon

Neon has announced the appointment of Vanessa Young to the role of underwriter & solicitor—M&A insurance, reporting to the head of M&A liability insurance, Rob Brown.

Vanessa joins Neon from her previous role as legal director at Bird & Bird LLP. Vanessa brings extensive UK and international M&A experience with considerable expertise in the renewable energy sector and advising infrastructure funds, private equity and other institutional investors.

Vanessa's hire is part of Neon’s broader ambition to consolidate its position as a market leader in the sector, helping to address the growing demand for M&A insurance as a result of increased utilisation by financial and corporate clients during transactions.

Her experience will enable Neon to offer clients specialist M&A insurance solutions in the renewable energy, tech and funds sector amongst other strategic trade sectors.

Martin Reith, chief executive officer, Neon, comments: "We remain committed to our strategy of growing Neon by building on our existing capabilities in the areas where we have identified long-term growth opportunities. Vanessa’s hire is yet further evidence that Neon is providing an environment and platform which attracts some of the market's brightest and best and is an essential part of our growth plans.”

“As a former legal director of a leading city law firm, Vanessa’s hire will contribute to the ongoing expansion of the M&A team and demonstrates our commitment to growing the business as we continue to make a significant impact in this sector. We are delighted to welcome Vanessa to Neon and look forward to the ongoing success of the M&A team.”