An anthropology graduate of the London School of Economics, Paul started his advertising career as a copywriter at CDP in 1977. He left to join Lowe Howard-Spink in 1984 and after 5 years was appointed Joint Creative Director. After taking over sole responsibility for the Creative Department in 1992, Paul has been responsible for the quality of the creative product, widely regarded as one of the best in the world.
In March 1997 Paul was appointed Chairman of Lowe Howard-Spink and now takes the same role within Lowe.