About

IBM, the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, has been present in Russia and the CIS for over 40 years and is a leading provider of high-value solutions and services to clients in a variety of industries in the region. Head of it legal function, Alexey Amvrosov is considered an expert with significant in-house and private practice experience and a deep knowledge of commercial, corporate, IT laws and international practices. Commended for his excellent management of the legal department, Amvrosov has held a number of leadership positions at IBM since joining in 2005. Starting as a senior attorney at IBM, covering the regions of Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa for six years, Amvrosov then moved on to operate as the head of legal for Russia CIS, a role he still holds. As recognition of his contribution to the tech giant’s operations in the region however, Amvrosov’s role was expanded in April 2016 and he also serves as lead counsel of IBM’s Global Business Services unit for Central and Eastern Europe. Before moving in-house in 2005, he gained private practice experience at law firms Norton Rose (2001-2005) and Noerr (1997-2001).