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Career history: Anita has been a partner at law firm DWF since 2004 and works on renewable energy projects, including the acquisition of solar parks. She has also spent a number of years acting for developers and corporate occupiers dealing with site assemblies, disposals and lettings.

What was your first job?

I used to play the piano at pre-school ballet classes.

What are the best and worst parts of your job?

The variety of the job and getting to meet new people are two parts of my role that I really enjoy. Some deadlines can be stressful – but that applies in any industry.

What’s your dream job and why?

Travel photographer, because it combines my two favourite hobbies.

What’s your most treasured possession?

My photographs.

Where did you last go on holiday?

Lake Garda, Verona and Venice in Italy.

In the Hollywood film of your life, who would play you?

Halle Berry.

Reveal something about yourself not many people know.

I support Scotland and Leeds United football teams.

What album is currently in your car CD player?

Coldplay’s Viva la Vida.

What’s your favourite film and TV programme?

Favourite film is The Shawshank Redemption; on TV, I love any Scandinavian crime drama.

What quote or saying do you most overuse?

“Life is not a dress rehearsal.”

If you ruled the world, what would you do first?

Make it compulsory for all businesses to give their employees a day off on their birthday.

What’s your favourite joke?

How come there’s only one Competition Commission?

This article first appeared in Utility Week’s print edition of 12th July 2013.

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