Jamie Lyon,
Head of Skills, Sectors and Technology
Jamie is based in London and leads a global team of research, insight and policy experts who are dedicated to exploring the most significant issues impacting the business world today. His own particularly specialism is focused around human capital and the future of work, covering areas such as work-based skills for the future, talent management strategies, equity, diversity and inclusivity issues and the impact of technology on work.
Across decades he has conducted global research, delivered thought leadership projects, storytelling and influence programmes that drive brand engagement, as well as broader policy engagement and conference speaking activities. He currently leads the largest annual global study of work across the accountancy profession.
Jamie also serves as a technical adviser at the International Federation of Accountants in New York. Before joining ACCA he qualified as an accountant in industry, spending his formative career at Marks and Spencer Plc and Royal and Sun Alliance Insurance Group where he worked in a variety of finance, accounting and training roles in the UK and Internationally.