Meet our new chief financial officer

Ruj is a qualified chartered accountant and has worked in the legal sector for more than 12 years. She joins us from Brabners where she was chief financial officer.

After training at PwC, Ruj has held financial management roles at several law firms, including Hill Dickinson and DWF, and has also worked for Merseyside Police.

Ruj, who will be based in the Manchester office, has a wealth of experience in project management and has worked closely with senior board members to implement and deliver strategic, commercial and operational change. In 2021 she was named Finance Director of the Year at the North West Finance Awards and in 2022 was shortlisted as CFO of the Year by Women in Finance Awards.

Claire Clarke, managing partner at Mills & Reeve, said: “This is a great time for Ruj to join Mills & Reeve as we look to embark on implementing our new 2030 strategy. As a key member of the senior leadership team, Ruj will have a vital role to play in executing our bold plans for the firm over the next five years.”

Ruj added: “I am thrilled to join Mills and Reeve at such an exciting time and am eager to get started in delivering the firm's ambitious national and international growth strategy. I look forward to leading a dynamic team who will drive innovation and excellence, making a meaningful impact on our clients and the industry.”