Sophie Breuil is the Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging and a core member of the HR leadership team at international law firm CMS.

Working alongside the firm’s senior leadership, she is responsible for delivering the firm’s DEIB agenda across its international platform, driving change at a global level. Since taking over the reins of the DEIB function, Sophie has been instrumental in bringing about significant cultural change across the firm. CMS has been recognised and celebrated externally by a number of organisations for its progress on DEIB and was named among the UK’s best law firms for D&I by leading GCs from major businesses including FTSE 100 companies.

As the result of her commitment to the agenda and her leadership, CMS was the first, and still is, the only law firm having received ISO Certification for its DEI efforts.

Sophie is committed to creating an inclusive culture at CMS and driving change at a broader industry level, working closely with clients and the regulators. Passionate about personal development and individual growth Sophie is also an accredited Executive Coach from Henley Business School.