Finalists: Dr Raed Al-Saadouni, Airbus Defence and Space; Simon Copleston, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank; Ayman Hamdy, Emaar Properties (highly commended); Nick Hornung, Dubai World; Lee McMahon, Ferrexpo; Allen Merhej, The First Investor; Nicholas Polley, SEDCO Holding; Brigitte Zammit, Emirates International Telecommunications.

PepsiCo’s Dean Sheehan oversees a 20-lawyer legal team and is implementing an ambitious strategic plan to improve career opportunities and efficiency, and further grow the department’s standing as a trusted adviser.