Scott has extensive legal experience coupled with broad knowledge in both corporate and commercial matters.

Based in Johannesburg since 2007, Scott was previously a partner in the commercial department, co-head of the Africa practice and head of the Johannesburg office at Macfarlanes LLP. He has worked with investors, financial institutions, governments and other parties on transactions across Africa; Asia; the Indian sub-continent; the UK; and throughout Europe.

Scott holds a MA, Law degree from the University of Cambridge.