I'm Jane Sutton, a senior strategy leader and embedded internal consultant who has driven growth and transformation across global data and technology businesses within RELX plc. I diagnose complex commercial challenges, shape executive decision-making, and deliver growth, transformation, and M&A initiatives across divisions. I blend consultancy-grade analysis with practical execution, partnering with external firms and translating strategic recommendations into funded roadmaps and operating plans. I excel at cross-functional alignment, securing investment, and delivering measurable outcomes in AI, data, product innovation, and market entry.

Jane Sutton

I'm Jane Sutton, a senior strategy leader and embedded internal consultant who has driven growth and transformation across global data and technology businesses within RELX plc. I diagnose complex commercial challenges, shape executive decision-making, and deliver growth, transformation, and M&A initiatives across divisions. I blend consultancy-grade analysis with practical execution, partnering with external firms and translating strategic recommendations into funded roadmaps and operating plans. I excel at cross-functional alignment, securing investment, and delivering measurable outcomes in AI, data, product innovation, and market entry.

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I’m Jane Sutton, a senior strategy leader and embedded internal consultant who has driven growth and transformation across global data and technology businesses within RELX plc. I diagnose complex commercial challenges, shape executive decision-making, and deliver growth, transformation, and M&A initiatives across divisions.

I blend consultancy-grade analysis with practical execution, partnering with external firms and translating strategic recommendations into funded roadmaps and operating plans. I excel at cross-functional alignment, securing investment, and delivering measurable outcomes in AI, data, product innovation, and market entry.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director, Strategy and Development at Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2025
In-house strategy consultant deployed across multiple global data and analytics businesses with 5,000 staff, division of RELX plc. Delivered commercial strategy, growth acceleration, M&A and transformation initiatives. Operated as strategic advisory partner to divisional MDs and executive teams. Worked alongside external consulting firms and led internal execution following their exit. Developed board-level strategy papers and investment cases. Consistently unlocked double-digit growth and secured 6–7 figure funding approvals.
Strategy Development Manager at Reed Business Information
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Led strategic reviews for global banking data business (500 staff). Conducted commercial diligence for largest acquisition in company history. Designed integration and value realisation roadmap.
Marketing Manager at Reed Business Information
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Led product marketing and commercial growth initiatives across global data products, building foundational expertise in GTM, customer insight and commercial execution.

Education

BA (Honours) at York St John
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

Chartered Institute of Marketing Post-Graduate Diploma
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment