HKA announces that Murray Michell has joined the firm’s Strategy Advisory team as Partner based in Johannesburg, South Africa. 

Murray has over 27 years of experience in the advisory field, most recently providing wide-ranging support and guidance to the South African Minister of Public Enterprises in his efforts to stabilise State-Owned Companies (SOCs) such as Eskom (energy) and Transnet (freight logistics and ports). He has also developed approaches to dealing with crime and corruption, which severely eroded the capacity of these entities during the period of state capture in the country.    

“We are thrilled to have Murray join the Africa practice. In his new role, Murray will be a key asset at HKA, and his experience will be greatly valued as we continue to strengthen and grow our presence in the region.” 

John Hughes, Partner & Head of Africa

During Murray’s diverse career, he established South Africa’s anti-money laundering framework and served as Director of the Financial Intelligence Centre. He participated in a wide range of senior government committees, led the country’s participation in the Financial Action Task Force, the Egmont Group of financial intelligence units, which he also chaired, and served on expert panels of the United Nations. 

“I am immensely proud to officially welcome Murray to the SA team. His expertise and passion will be invaluable as we work together to expand HKA’s horizons in South Africa and across the wider African landscape. Exciting times lie ahead,”

Claudia O’Brien, Partner & Head of Africa Operations

Recently, Murray provided management support to the work of the Presidential State-owned Enterprises Council (PSEC), during which he delivered a report and proposal to the President of South Africa for the establishment of a State-Owned Holding Company.  

Murray said “I am delighted to join HKA and to blend my years of experience and knowledge gained in the public service with HKA’s growing capabilities and reputation. I look forward to utilising my strategic advisory experience and my expertise in combating crime and corruption in my new role at HKA.”

ABOUT HKA

​​Headquartered in the UK, HKA is a leading global consultancy in project advisory, risk mitigation, dispute resolution, expert witness and litigation support services. 

​HKA brings a proud record of excellent service and high achievement to bear on today’s challenges. As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisers, we help clients manage disputes, risk and uncertainty on complex contracts and challenging projects. Our advice is impartial, incisive and authoritative. 

​We work with government agencies, local authorities, contractors, legal firms, and other professional service providers, as well as owners and operators, financial institutions and insurers. HKA’s global portfolio includes some of the world’s largest and most prestigious commissions across a wide range of industries, including aerospace and defence, buildings, energy and natural resources, environment and climate change, financial services, healthcare and life sciences, industrial and manufacturing, marine and shipping, mining and metals, oil and gas, power and utilities, real estate and tourism, sports and entertainment, technology, media and telecomms and transportation infrastructure. 

​HKA has in excess of 1,000 experts, consultants and advisors across 45+ offices in 17 countries with the skills and experience that are essential to get to the heart of even the most complex issues. Our people have vast first-hand experience spanning all major industries and the world’s most complex megaprojects, as well as an international track record of achieving successful outcomes. 

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Media contact:

Name	Jude Wilson-Brown
Title	Marketing & Communications Director, Middle East and Africa
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Email	JudeWilsonBrown@hka.com