Waterman has announced the appointment of four senior business leaders to its UK Leadership Team, further strengthening the company’s strategic, operational and governance capability as it continues to expand and evolve its multidisciplinary consultancy offer
Since Neil Humphrey was appointed Chief Executive in 2025, Waterman has continued to evolve its UK Consulting business, with a focus on accelerating growth, strengthening its operating structure and investing in the leadership capability needed to support its long-term ambitions
As part of this agenda, Waterman recently announced the appointment of Jonathan Purcell as Managing Director of Strategy and Growth. The company is now further strengthening its UK Leadership Team with the appointment of James Bland, Director of HR; Stephanie George, Director of Legal; Rob Chandler, Director of Finance; and Susan Nilsson, Director of Communications. Each leader brings extensive experience within Waterman and a deep understanding of the business, its people and its long-term strategic priorities.
Waterman’s Chief Executive, Neil Humphrey, commented:
“As we continue to grow and develop our UK business, it is essential that our leadership reflects the breadth of expertise needed to support our people, our clients and our long-term ambitions. James, Stephanie, Rob and Susan, and each bring valuable insight, commercial understanding and strong leadership in their respective areas. Their appointment to the UK Leadership Team strengthens our ability to deliver on our strategy, support future expansion and continue building a connected, collaborative and high-performing business.”
