
In conversation
Leading the legal function for LafargeHolcim in Asia Pacific, regional general counsel Patrick McGlinchey talks to GC about the Asian complexities involved with integrating a pair of global building behemoths to become the world’s largest building materials company.
GC: Could you tell me about your own background and how you came into the role with LagfargeHolcim?
Patrick McGlinchey: Before the Lafarge and Holcim merger took place, I worked as the regional general counsel for East Asia Pacific for Holcim, based between Sydney and Singapore. Following the merger, I now lead the legal and governance function for LafargeHolcim APAC. I have been in practice for over 20 years in London, Sydney and Singapore and have been a general counsel with a few MNCs, as well being an M&A lawyer by training.