Alara Donmez

Alara Donmez, LLM, is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience across various sectors, currently serving as Legal Counsel at Recharge since August 2024, where negotiations with key stakeholders have led to enhanced payment capabilities. As a Senior Legal Officer at TMF Group since November 2020, Alara has managed legal affairs for over 50 Dutch entities, ensuring compliance with corporate laws and AML regulations. Previous roles include Company Lawyer at Intertrust Group, where Alara supported international restructuring and corporate transactions, and Legal Counsel at Türk Tuborg, focusing on commercial contracts in the FMCG sector. Alara's early career includes positions at the United Nations, Intertrust Group, EY, and various legal internships. Alara holds a Master’s Degree in International Law and Legal Studies from the University of Cape Town and has educational credentials from notable institutions including Yeditepe University and Utrecht University.