MICHAEL HANCOCK

Michael Hancock is one of the region’s most experienced technology and telecommunications legal advisors, with a career spanning more than three decades across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Asia. A former Group General Counsel of Ooredoo and partner at leading international law firms, Michael has advised on some of the sector’s most significant acquisitions, regulatory matters, technology transactions, and governance initiatives. He combines board-level perspective with deep commercial acumen, helping companies navigate complex legal, regulatory, and strategic challenges. His experience makes him a trusted advisor to investors, founders, boards, and executive teams operating in fast-moving and highly regulated markets.

• Former Group General Counsel & Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Ooredoo
• Led acquisitions and strategic transactions across 10+ countries
• Board advisor to telecom, technology, and digital infrastructure businesses
• Partner at leading international law firms
• Specialist in cross-border M&A, governance, and technology transactions

Technology • Telecommunications • Digital Infrastructure • Energy • Infrastructure

Middle East • Europe • Africa • Asia-Pacific