Makinson Cowell, an advisor on capital markets and investor relations matters, will join financial advisory and asset management firm Lazard, beginning Dec. 1, 2020. Makinson Cowell will work as a separate team.

“Makinson Cowell epitomises the discreet, trusted and independent advice that is in increasing demand and for which Lazard is renowned. Their in-depth expertise and knowledge of the institutional investor landscape will enhance our market leading financial advisory capabilities for the benefit of our clients. We welcome the Makinson Cowell team to Lazard,” Cyrus Kapadia, CEO of Lazard UK Investment Banking, said.

“We are delighted to be joining the pre-eminent global independent financial adviser, Lazard. Our respective approaches for providing trusted, confidential advice to major clients are highly complementary. The Makinson Cowell team looks forward to working at Lazard,” Bob Cowell, co-founder of Makinson Cowell, said.