Hassina HARKATIMANAGING DIRECTOR, LAWYER & CO HEAD OF ARDIAN LIMITED - Legal Structuration

Senior Executive Officer, Ardian Limited 
Member of the Supervisory Committee, Ardian Holding (Parent Company)
Managing Director & Lawyer

Hassina Harkati is Senior Executive Officer of Ardian Limited, Managing Director, and a qualified Lawyer. She is also a distinguished Member of the Supervisory Committee of  ARDIAN Holding, the parent company of the ARDIAN Group. With over 19 years of postqualification experience, Hassina brings a unique blend of legal acumen and business leadership to the global private investment industry. 

Hassina holds Master’s Degrees in law, specializing in M&A, tax, and business law. Her expertise spans private equity, real assets, corporate governance, contract law, litigation, and insurance. Since joining Ardian in 2006, she has played a pivotal role in the Fund Structuring department and has been instrumental in developing and implementing Ardian’s corporate strategy. 

As the former Head of ARDIAN’s UAE office, Hassina successfully established and led Ardian’s presence in the region, driving business growth and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders. With a proven track record in leading cross-border teams and navigating complex regulatory environments, she brings a truly international perspective to ARDIAN’s leadership. 

Hassina is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, actively supporting initiatives that foster a more equitable and innovative financial industry. She is also dedicated to mentoring emerging talent, championing professional development and knowledge sharing within ARDIAN and the wider investment community. 

Equally recognized for her legal expertise and business insight, Hassina is dedicated to delivering value, ensuring corporate efficiency, and upholding the highest standards of governance. Her contributions have been central to ARDIAN’s continued success and reputation as a global leader in private investment.