• Swindon & Wiltshire People
• Tuesday October 3 2023
• Author Name: Peter Davison

Former global CFO and CTO joins Foot Anstey as non-executive director

A world-class finance, technology and operations expert has joined Bristol-based law firm Foot Anstey as a non-executive director.

Jason Haines (pictured) recently retired after a 16-year tenure at Allen & Overy where he was finance and operations director for the international law firm.

He oversaw a comprehensive range of IT and business services, including the intricate back-office infrastructure.

Previously, Jason held the position of global chief technology officer at PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Jason’s career journey has traversed a wide spectrum of industries, including legal, consultancy, and manufacturing.

His ability to adapt and excel across various sectors speaks to his versatile leadership skills and his capacity to drive strategic change and innovation.

Martin Hirst, managing partner at Foot Anstey, said: “Jason’s appointment is a significant step forward for Foot Anstey.

“His exceptional experience in steering organisations through complex technological and operational landscapes is aligned with our next phase of growth.

“He will make a welcome addition to our board, and we are excited to have him contribute to the firm’s ongoing success.”

Jason said: “I am impressed by the firm’s commitment to innovation and excellence, and I look forward to contributing my insights and expertise to help shape its future direction in an ever-changing legal landscape.”