Kon Bains

Kon Bains has extensive experience in the legal and finance sectors, currently serving as Chief Operating Officer for South East Asia at Linklaters since November 2013. Responsibilities include strategizing the firm's growth in Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand, with a focus on building the Indonesian market. Prior to this role, Kon Bains held various positions at Linklaters, including interim COO Asia and Strategy Manager, as well as finance roles in both Paris and Hong Kong, overseeing significant financial operations and strategic initiatives. Kon Bains also led the finance function for Norton Rose Group in Asia before returning to Linklaters. Educational credentials include an Associate Chartered Management Accountant designation from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics from The University of Salford.