LAWYER PROFILE

Rachel Speight

UK 2026

Mayer Brown International LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International

UK-wide

14 years ranked

About

Provided by Mayer Brown International LLP

Career

Banks and sponsors seek out Rachel Speight for representation in international project and alternative financings. She particularly advises clients in the mining finance sector and infrastructure finance in the road, rail and healthcare sectors, including work on PPP projects.

Rachel has served clients including Africa Finance Corporation, Société Générale and the Development Finance Corporation. Rachel is a non-executive director for Women in Mining (UK) - a not- for -profit organization that seeks to promote the employment, retention and progress of women in the mining industry. She is also the partner in charge of both Graduate Recruitment and Pro Bono for the Mayer Brown London office and is the client- relationship partner for The Alzheimer’s Society.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International - UK-wide

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Rachel Speight is well regarded for her finance practice and regularly advises banks and investment funds on the acquisition and financing of mining projects. Her international practice includes advising on transactions across Africa and the Americas.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Rachel is very experienced and knowledgeable. She is proactive and helpful.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: InternationalChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
It is great to work with Rachel. She is very responsive and listens carefully to her clients. She is always available.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: InternationalChambers Guide to the Legal Profession