Dylan Jacques

Group Technology Director Telegraph Media Group

Dylan has worked in media, fashion, data services, investment and innovation sectors. 15 years technology management, programme delivery and strategic projects. Recently completing an MBA, NED for media sales and led international expansion and AI strategy at TMG. Worked at Heart UK, Ascential, The Economist, NESTA, TMG. Leadership – makes sound and solutions-oriented decisions, exercising good judgement; enthusiastic for overcoming obstacles and creating and adding value to the business; strategic and innovative thinker; able to lead and execute multiple complex matters simultaneously, keeping the big picture in mind – even in stressful, sensitive and ambiguous circumstances. Ethically driven. Management – has built and led multinational, geographically dispersed teams of professionals in various management structures. Has developed (and changed) organisational structures, best practices, and processes to optimise resource allocation and efficiency, including management of internal staff and outside counsel and other advisors (and control their costs); enjoys to see people grow by stretching their limits. International business acumen – is customer and service oriented; can-do mentality; delivers results and has a strong drive for efficiency, accountability and action orientation. Risk-weighted approach. Strong work ethic, energy and stamina; keeps pace with the demands of a multinational organisation. Has organisational sensitivity and agility; builds relationships. Has worked in a variety of positions around the world. Project management – has led complex cross-functional and cross-jurisdictional corporate projects, capital investment strategies and M&A integration and due diligence. Communication – communicates effectively and constructively at all levels in the organisation; strong influencing, negotiation and presentation skills.