Luke Benson

Senior Legal Counsel at Westpac New Zealand

Luke Benson is an experienced legal professional currently serving as Senior Legal Counsel for Westpac New Zealand since May 2021, focusing on the Financial Markets business within the Institutional and Business Bank. Previously, Luke worked as Vice President and Senior Legal Counsel at Citi from August 2018 to December 2020, specializing in rates businesses and derivatives in London. Prior experience includes an Associate role at Herbert Smith Freehills, handling finance transactions, and a Solicitor position at Russell McVeagh, focusing on banking and finance. Luke began their legal career as a Summer Clerk at Russell McVeagh. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Auckland and a period of study at Utrecht University.

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Westpac New Zealand

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As a large New Zealand business and employer, Westpac New Zealand touches the lives of more than 1.3 million customers, 4,500 employees, and communities nationwide.


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