Symondson (pictured) will be based in London and will lead Kantar’s global legal team as well as joining the group executive team, reporting directly to chief executive Chris Jansen.

Before taking up her new role, Symondson was group legal director for corporate, commercial and compliance at Vodafone Group PLC, and also had nine years at Thomas Cook, including as group general counsel.

Jansen said: “I am delighted to welcome Rebecca to Kantar, as she brings considerable experience that I know will have a very positive impact on our business. 

“We’re confident that Rebecca’s leadership will be instrumental in, not only improving our legal operations, but also achieving our strategic objectives and driving continued growth into the future.”