Dickon Champion
About Dickon Champion
Dickon Champion is a Senior Analyst Developer currently employed at Legal & General in London. He has a diverse background in software engineering and business analysis, with previous roles at Invesco Perpetual, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, and Sungard.
Work at Legal & General
Dickon Champion has been employed at Legal & General as a Senior Analyst Developer since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the development and analysis of software solutions, leveraging his extensive background in software engineering and business analysis. His position involves collaborating with various teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver high-quality projects.
Previous Experience at Invesco Perpetual
Before joining Legal & General, Dickon Champion worked at Invesco Perpetual as a Business Analyst from 2014 to 2016. During his tenure, he focused on analyzing business processes and implementing solutions to improve performance. He later returned to Invesco Perpetual as an Advanced Business Analyst in 2016, where he has continued to apply his analytical skills for over eight years.
Experience at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
Dickon Champion served as a Software Engineer at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory from 2002 to 2008. His work involved developing software applications and systems to support scientific research. This role allowed him to gain valuable experience in software development within a research-focused environment.
Education and Expertise
Dickon Champion studied at University College London (UCL), where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Chemistry from 1994 to 1997. He further pursued his education at UCL, achieving a Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy and Chemistry from 1997 to 2001. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and technical skills in his professional roles.
Career at Sungard and Actica Consulting
Prior to his roles at Invesco Perpetual and Legal & General, Dickon Champion worked at Sungard as a Project Consultant from 2011 to 2014. He also held a position at Actica Consulting as a Consultant from 2008 to 2010. These roles contributed to his expertise in project management and consulting within the financial and technology sectors.