John Downing

John Downing is a seasoned commercial leader with a robust background in legal, securities, and corporate governance, currently serving as the Director of Corporate Governance at Thames Water. Having spent over a decade at Imperial Brands PLC as Group Company Secretary and Head of Governance & Security, John has demonstrated expertise in project management, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic development. Previously, John held significant roles at Linklaters and managed critical legal transactions for high-profile clients. Educated at the University of Cambridge and Nottingham Law School, John possesses strong communication and influencing skills, along with extensive international experience.