1 Feb 2011
International law firm Simmons & Simmons has appointed capital markets partner Jonathan Hammond as its new Head of Financial Institutions.
Hammond joined the firm in 1994, becoming a partner in 2001. He worked in the firm’s Hong Kong office from 1996 to 2000, and has held a number of management roles, including his current role on the firm’s board.
The role is currently held by Jeremy Hoyland, who will become Managing Partner of the firm on 1 May.
Hammond joined the firm in 1994, becoming a partner in 2001. He worked in the firm’s Hong Kong office from 1996 to 2000, and has held a number of management roles, including his current role on the firm’s board.
The role is currently held by Jeremy Hoyland, who will become Managing Partner of the firm on 1 May.
Commenting on his appointment, Hammond said: ''We are committed to our financial institution clients, and it is this commitment which drives our enduring relationships with some of the world’s largest financial institutions.’’
''Expanding and developing our financial institution client base is core to our business strategy, and I look forward to building on the considerable success that Jeremy has had in creating our leading practice in this sector.’’
