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Charles co-heads the global financial sponsors group at Freshfields; he specialises in high-profile, strategic and complex acquisitions, carve-outs, take-privates and exits for some of the world’s largest financial sponsors. His deals span various sectors, including in financial services, sports, media and healthcare. He regularly acts for CVC Capital Partners, Permira, GIC and PSP.

Career

Charles qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales in September 2006.

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Charles speaks English, French and German.

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Private Equity: Buyouts - UK

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Charles Hayes earns praise from commentators for the quality of his transactional practice. He regularly acts for major private equity sponsors on deals, including those with a value in the billions.

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