Norton Rose Fulbright appoints Chief People Officer for EMEA

Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has appointed Kate Evans as Chief People Officer (CPO) for Europe, Middle East and Asia (EMEA).

Kate Evans has more than 20 years’ experience supporting major organisations, including Deloitte, KPMG and Tesco, in transforming their people strategies, developing leadership effectiveness and improving organisational performance.

Kate co-created a leadership development solution for next generation chairpeople, together with the London Business School. She sits on the Advisory Board at iVentiv, a global organisation that runs workshops for chief talent and learning officers. She also coaches and mentors high potential leaders, including being a mentor for Solaris, a global executive leadership programme designed for high-potential Black women.

In her new role, Kate will work side by side with the EMEA management team, the broader partnership and business services leaders to enhance employee engagement, talent retention and career development, and bring about a more inclusive workplace across the EMEA region.

Kate Evans said:

“We’ve experienced significant changes to workplaces in recent years, which have had profound implications for employers and their people. As organisations continue to navigate these and wider socio-economic challenges, it has never been so important for businesses to support and invest in their people.

“I am delighted to be working with colleagues across Europe, Middle East and Asia to co-create the right culture and opportunities for our people to flourish, and continue to build the firm for the future.”