Edward Hughes

Edward Hughes is an experienced legal professional with a specialization in intellectual property and commercial law. Currently, Edward serves as Senior UK Counsel at Estee Lauder Group of Companies, leading the legal function since February 2014. Prior experience includes consultancy roles at Vodafone UK Limited and England Rugby 2015 Ltd, alongside a period dedicated to seeking the next role while serving as a Senior Lawyer. Edward contributed significantly to the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Limited, providing legal support for the commercial aspects of the 2012 Games and helping raise over £2 billion in funding. Earlier roles include solicitor at Vodafone Group Services Limited, focusing on brand-related intellectual property issues, and assistant solicitor at Clifford Chance LLP, where Edward qualified in the Intellectual Property department. Edward holds a Law degree from Downing College, University of Cambridge.