James Thomlinson
About James Thomlinson
James Thomlinson is the Managing Director at Jefferies, leading the European Shareholder Activism Practice and the UK Investment Banking division since 2018.
Company
James Thomlinson is currently serving as the Managing Director at Jefferies. He has been part of the firm since 2018, where he also leads the European Shareholder Activism Practice. Based in London, United Kingdom, James is responsible for steering major investment banking operations within the company and has been leading the UK Investment Banking division since November 2018.
Previous Positions
Prior to his current role at Jefferies, James Thomlinson held several significant positions in other major financial institutions. He served as Director at HSBC from 2015 to 2018. Before HSBC, he was Vice President at J.P. Morgan Cazenove between 2008 and 2015. He began his career as an Analyst at UBS Investment Bank, working there from 2006 to 2008. Each of these roles has equipped him with extensive experience in the financial and investment banking sectors.
Education and Expertise
James Thomlinson holds an MA in Economics from The University of Edinburgh, a degree he earned between 2002 and 2006. This academic background in economics has provided him with the foundational knowledge and analytical skills necessary for his extensive career in investment banking and finance. His education has been instrumental in shaping his professional expertise and leadership abilities.
Responsibilities at Jefferies
At Jefferies, James Thomlinson heads the European Shareholder Activism Practice, a vital division within the firm. In this role, he oversees strategies and initiatives aimed at engaging with shareholders and driving company value through active participation. Additionally, he has been leading the UK Investment Banking division since November 2018, playing a crucial role in managing and expanding Jefferies' influence in the UK market.