International law firm Ashurst has appointed Sasha Hardman as global HR director.

Hardman previously worked for law firm Allen & Overy, her most recent position being associate director of HR. Before this she was with accountancy firm PricewaterhouseCoopers for 15 years.

Hardman said: “It is an exciting time to be joining Ashurst. The firm is undergoing a period of transformational change and there is a real commitment to the people agenda.

“I look forward to building upon the firm’s existing initiatives in this area.”

“We are committed to continuing to build the firm around outstanding people and to promote a culture which encourages the most ambitious to thrive. Sasha will bring a great deal of energy and expertise to our people agenda and we look forward to welcoming her to the firm”

Charlie Geffen, senior partner, Ashurst