Freshfields Reshapes Leadership with Appointment of Mark Sansom as Global Client Partner and Victoria Sigeti as UK Managing Partner
The elite multinational law firm Freshfields has announced the appointment of Mark Sansom as its new Global Client Partner, while Victoria Sigeti assumes the role of UK Managing Partner, succeeding Sansom in the position.
Mark Sansom will oversee the firm’s global client strategy across various practice groups and sectors. He will continue to maintain his full client responsibilities alongside his new role.
During his tenure as London and Dublin lead, he guided the firm through a phase of consistent growth, strengthened collaboration across practice groups, and advanced the firm’s people-focused initiatives.
Based in London, Victoria Sigeti will lead Freshfields’ UK business, working closely with colleagues across regions to drive strategic priorities. She will continue her active client practice alongside her leadership responsibilities.
On these developments, Georgia Dawson, Senior Partner at Freshfields, said,
“Mark’s appointment as Global Client Partner reflects the importance we place on a strong, integrated client strategy at a global level, and I’m delighted he will be leading this work for the firm. I would also like to thank Mark for the impact he has had as our UK and Ireland regional managing partner. I’m pleased to announce Victoria as his successor; her leadership experience and client focus make her exceptionally well placed to drive forward our UK business as a core part of Freshfields’ global platform.”
On his new role, Mark Sansom said,
“Leading Freshfields’ UK and Ireland business has been hugely rewarding. I’m excited to build on that experience in my new role, with a firmwide focus on deepening our client relationships and supporting the firm’s continued growth.”
On becoming UK Managing Partner, Victoria Sigeti said,
“It is a privilege to be appointed as UK Managing Partner, building on the strong legacy of leadership in this role. London remains central to our global success, and I look forward to working with colleagues across the firm to continue delivering for our clients and investing in the next generation of talent.”
Conclusion
These leadership changes reflect Freshfields’ continued focus on strengthening its global client strategy and reinforcing its UK operations. The appointments of Mark Sansom and Victoria Sigeti underscore the firm’s commitment to sustained growth, deeper client engagement, and long-term leadership continuity across its global platform.
Freshfields (formerly Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer) is an elite, multinational “Magic Circle” law firm headquartered in London, England. Boasting a legacy spanning nearly 300 years, it is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious commercial law firms in the world, generating a global revenue of £2.25 billion.
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