Hugo Lacy
About Hugo Lacy
Hugo Lacy is a Senior Business Technology Partner at Legal & General, specializing in developing IT strategies that align with business objectives. With extensive experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration, he has held various senior roles at Virgin Atlantic and Deloitte UK.
Current Role at Legal & General
Hugo Lacy serves as a Senior Business Technology Partner at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he specializes in developing IT strategies that align with the company's business objectives. His focus is on driving transformational change within the organization, ensuring that technology initiatives contribute positively to the company's bottom line.
Previous Experience at Virgin Atlantic
Hugo Lacy has extensive experience at Virgin Atlantic, where he held several key positions. He worked as a Senior Manager in the Technology PMO and Business Analysis Practice from 2011 to 2014, followed by a role as Senior Manager in the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office from 2014 to 2016. He also served as an IT Business Partner for Customer & Commercial from 2008 to 2011 and as a Senior IT Business Partner for Corporate and Operations from 2016 to 2019. His roles involved stakeholder management and enhancing IT-business collaboration.
Experience at Deloitte UK
Before his tenure at Virgin Atlantic, Hugo Lacy worked at Deloitte UK as a Senior Business Analyst in the UK Technology team from 2000 to 2007. During this time, he developed skills in stakeholder management and communication, which have been integral to his subsequent roles in technology and business strategy.
Education and Qualifications
Hugo Lacy studied at Durham University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1994 to 1997. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in technology and business analysis.
Professional Skills and Focus
Hugo Lacy is recognized for his keen attention to detail and his ability to set strategic direction while communicating the broader vision of IT initiatives. He is known for building effective cross-functional relationships, which enhance collaboration between IT and business units. His work emphasizes aligning IT strategy with business goals to facilitate transformational change.