James Hanlon – Keynote
Head of Legal, IKEA UK Ltd & IKEA Ireland Ltd
James Hanlon is a barrister and Head of Legal for IKEA UK and Ireland, a home furnishing manufacturer, retailer and distributor with a presence in a number of markets.
He is responsible for providing advice on matters ranging from governance, ecommerce, data protection and intellectual property to commercial contracts and consumer finance. He is responsible for ensuring compliance with legality across the UK and Ireland in IKEA’s shops as well as warehouses and also advises on international initiatives connected to the retail and distribution elements of the IKEA brand. James practised as a barrister in private practice working in Chambers providing both advocacy and advisory services in the fields of tax, regulatory actions, crime and civil.