Helen Thomas
About Helen Thomas
Helen Thomas is a Delivery Lead currently employed at The Economist since 2022, with a background in project management and agile methodologies across various organizations including BBC News and Circus Street.
Current Role at The Economist
Helen Thomas serves as a Delivery Lead at The Economist, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing project delivery and ensuring that teams meet their objectives efficiently. Her experience in agile methodologies contributes to her effectiveness in managing cross-functional teams and facilitating communication within the organization.
Previous Experience at BBC News
Before joining The Economist, Helen Thomas worked at BBC News as a Senior Delivery Manager from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she managed multiple projects, focusing on enhancing delivery processes and improving team performance. Her leadership in this role helped streamline operations and align project outcomes with organizational goals.
Agile Coaching at Circus Street
Helen Thomas was employed at Circus Street as a Scrum Master and Agile Coach from 2017 to 2018. In this capacity, she guided teams in adopting agile practices, facilitating scrum ceremonies, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Her work contributed to the development of agile methodologies within the organization.
Project Management Background
Helen Thomas has a diverse background in project management, having held various positions prior to her current role. She worked as an Agile Project Manager at Fitbug for three months in 2016 and as a Project Manager at Squiz from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she served as a Senior Producer at Candyspace Media from 2014 to 2016, where she managed project timelines and deliverables.
Early Career at Michael Page International
Helen Thomas began her career at Michael Page International, where she held two positions. She worked as a UK Data Management Analyst from 2010 to 2011 and later as Project Support from 2011 to 2012. These roles provided her with foundational skills in data management and project support, setting the stage for her future career in project management.