Nigel Burke

Partner, London

Nigel Burke

Nigel joined Saffery in 2012 and was appointed as the firm’s Chairman in November 2024.

He is a partner in the firm’s Film & TV unit in London and liaison partner for Saffery’s Irish firm.

Nigel provides expert advice on accessing the UK’s film and television production incentives for a range of clients which includes Netflix, Warner Bros, HBO, Paramount, CBS and Sky among many others, from large international studios to small independent producers.

Nigel advises on a broad range of projects from Hollywood blockbusters and seminal television shows to original and innovative independent films and long-standing and familiar television programmes.

Nigel regularly speaks on expert panels in the UK and internationally.


Key experience

  • Nigel is a trusted adviser to the film and television sector on projects of all sizes.
  • This position of trust in the sector means that he has been well positioned to consult with His Majesty’s Treasury and His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs on the design and implementation of the UK’s incentive legislation and has contributed to many formal and informal consultations in this regard.

Interests

Nigel is married and lives in London. When not working, Nigel enjoys spending time outdoors walking and mountain biking.

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