The Social Mobility Foundation
Mark Waghorn is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in real estate finance and restructuring. Currently, Waghorn serves as a Partner in the Banking and Financial Markets Division at Simmons & Simmons, specializing in UK Real Estate Finance since 2011. Waghorn is actively involved in mentoring through roles with The Social Mobility Foundation and the University of Exeter, providing guidance to young individuals pursuing careers in law, banking, and real estate. Additionally, Waghorn serves as a Non-Executive Director at Franchising Works, promoting employment opportunities through franchising. Previously, Waghorn was a Partner at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, where leadership in Real Estate Finance was demonstrated from 1999 until the merger that formed BCLP. Waghorn holds degrees in law from the University of Exeter and the University of the West of England, along with further education at Harvard Law School.
The Social Mobility Foundation
We’re working towards a society where talent from all social backgrounds is nurtured, harnessed and rewarded. We unlock potential, broaden horizons and create opportunities, with and for ambitious young people who face structural barriers in education and work because of their socioeconomic background. We create more social mobility through our three interventions: - Directly supporting young people: We nurture the knowledge, confidence and networks of high-achieving young people through our programmes. - Influencing employers: We influence employers to ensure people people with potential can get in and get on in professional life. - Advocating for social mobility: We campaign on structural social mobility issues and amplify the voices of young people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.