Phil Dumbell
About Phil Dumbell
Phil Dumbell serves as the Transformation Director at Thomson Reuters, bringing extensive experience in leading transformation and change programs across various sectors. His career includes significant roles at Yondr Group, BUZZ GROUP LTD, and Curium Solutions, among others, demonstrating a strong track record in both interim and permanent positions.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Phil Dumbell currently serves as the Transformation Director at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from Zug, Switzerland, where he focuses on leading transformation initiatives within the organization. His role involves overseeing various change management projects and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Yondr Group
Prior to his current role, Phil Dumbell worked as Programme Director (Interim) at Yondr Group from 2019 to 2021. He was engaged through Curium Solutions Ltd and was based in Bradford, United Kingdom. During his tenure, he was responsible for managing significant programmes that contributed to the company's operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Phil Dumbell studied at Lancaster University, where he earned a Master’s degree in Applied Research & Consultancy with Distinction from 2000 to 2001. He also completed a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Operations Management from 1996 to 2000. His educational background supports his expertise in leading transformation and change programmes across various sectors.
Background in Change Management
Phil Dumbell has extensive experience in change management, having worked in various roles across multiple sectors, including financial services, retail, energy, government, and construction. His background includes interim and permanent positions, as well as specialist change consultancy roles. He has a proven track record in delivering results in both start-ups and highly regulated environments.
Achievements in Stakeholder Engagement
Phil Dumbell is recognized for his exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, having worked at Executive and Board levels in multi-billion-pound global organizations. He has designed and facilitated workshops aimed at relationship building and problem-solving, contributing to the success of key programme events. His people-first approach emphasizes the importance of collaboration in achieving change.