WHERE ARE THEY NOW Sive Ozer

After leaving Mill Hill in 2009, I went on to study Law at the University of Southampton. I then did a Master’s degree in Corporate Law at UCL. I currently work as a lawyer in London. I advise clients in venture capital, private equity and M&A transactions as well as general corporate matters.

What were you like at school?

I was engaged and put myself forward for many of the opportunities that Mill Hill offered. I was involved in sports, the arts and also cared about doing well academically.

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What has been the most positive thing you have taken from your school days into your adult life?

I developed invaluable leadership and teamwork skills at Mill Hill. I rely on these skills everyday at work. Mill Hill has thought me how important it is ‘to get involved’ and how much there is to be gained from putting yourself forward.

What is the most interesting thing about you?

When I was younger I used to spend a lot of time skiing and was selected for the national team.

What is your proudest moment and why?

I graduated from University at the top of my year, with the highest overall First. My dissertation was published and I won various academic awards. Although I got good grades at Mill Hill, I was never in the top set for any subject. I worked very hard throughout University and it was great to see my hard work pay off.

Do you keep in touch with any OMs?

Absolutely! I am actually thinking about organising a 10 year reunion for the 2009 leavers next year. I have also recently started attending OM events which are a great way of meeting OMs of all different ages. It is nice to feel part of a wider community.

What’s your driving force?

I am naturally competitive and always want to be the best that I can in everything that I do. I also don’t feel comfortable being pigeonholed so I have a drive to keep myself as multifaceted as possible, both in terms of my career and hobbies.

Most inspiring teacher at school and why?

Academically, Mr Dickinson and Mr Turner. I just remember both being technically brilliant in the classroom.

Mr Chilton for running an incredibly successful and inspiring partnership programme in Nicaragua which I was fortunate enough to be part of.

Which four famous people would you invite to a dinner party?

Alain de Botton, Marissa Mayer, Miriam Gonzalez Durantez and Lucian Freud

Favourite memory from your time at Mill Hill School?

It is hard to choose one memory. I really enjoyed playing sports at Mill Hill, from the training sessions to travelling to away games on Saturdays. It was also great to be busy all the time whether with work or extra curricular activities. Somehow I never felt tired and was always inspired to do more!

I will also never forget winning the five mile cup with School House.

Worst memory from your time at Mill Hill School?

When our Valedictory Service was cancelled as a punishment for behaving pretty atrociously on our last full day at school.

If you won £10 million in the lottery, what would you do with the money?

I would like to think I would still continue to work. Buy a house in the Dolomites for skiing in the winter and long walks/hikes in the summer. Start collecting art and invest in emerging artists.

Your favourite quote?

‘N’allez pas trop vite’ or don’t go too fast. The Proustian idea that by not going too fast the world has a chance of becoming more interesting in the process.

A piece of advice you would pass on to those leaving Mill Hill School.

Stay in touch with the School through the OM Club. It is a great network to be part of.