Thynne + Macartney names new GM
Brisbane-based firm Thynne + Macartney, which was founded more than 130 years ago, has appointed its first general manager in 12 years.
Richard Knox (pictured) has joined Thynne + Macartney, having come across from Allianz Group subsidiary Allianz Partners Australia, where he served as human resources director. Prior to that, he was the head of HR at Ashurst.
“To continue the trajectory of the firm, we recognised that the addition of Richard’s broad set of skills, knowledge and experience will help us meet our objective of being Queensland’s leading law firm,” he proclaimed.
Mr Knox added: “This is an exciting opportunity, and I am looking forward to working with the partners to focus on serving the firm’s large client base across Queensland, as well as nationally.
“The firm has demonstrated its ability to thrive during times of change across its 130-year history.
“We look forward to helping our clients meet the challenge, adapt and grow as industries and businesses face a future where the pace of change, effect of AI and challenges of cyber security will be front of mind.”
Mr Knox commenced in his new role with Thynne + Macartney on 6 November 2023.
Jerome Doraisamy
Jerome Doraisamy is the editor of Lawyers Weekly and HR Leader. He has worked at Momentum Media as a journalist on Lawyers Weekly since February 2018, and has served as editor since March 2022. In June 2024, he also assumed the editorship of HR Leader. Jerome is also the author of The Wellness Doctrines book series, an admitted solicitor in NSW, and a board director of the Minds Count Foundation.
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