Stefan Bateson

Stefan Bateson is a seasoned legal professional currently serving as Legal Counsel at UnderwriteMe, where efforts focus on innovating life and protection insurance underwriting through machine learning and AI technologies. Prior experience includes a role as Legal & Investment Associate at Seedrs, the leading UK equity crowdfunding platform, and a series of trainee solicitor positions at notable firms such as Sullivan & Worcester LLP, GoCardless, and IBM, gaining diverse legal exposure across banking, finance, and commercial sectors. Additionally, Stefan has a background as a paralegal at Reed Smith LLP and founded Holborn Estates, a successful real estate trading and investment business. Educational qualifications comprise a degree in Modern Middle Eastern History from The University of Manchester, followed by the Legal Practice Course and an MSc in Law, Business and Management from The University of Law, with further studies at the University of Oxford.