Tom Shepherd
About Tom Shepherd
Tom Shepherd serves as the Head of Strategy for Legal Professionals at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2011. He has a strong academic background in economics and history, along with extensive experience in corporate development and strategic intelligence.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Tom Shepherd has served as the Head of Strategy for Legal Professionals at Thomson Reuters since 2011. In this role, he focuses on strategic initiatives that enhance the company's offerings to legal professionals. He reports directly to the Chief Strategy Officer and has a dotted line reporting relationship to the President of Legal Professionals. His tenure at Thomson Reuters has spanned over 13 years, during which he has contributed to various strategic projects and initiatives aimed at improving the company's market position.
Education and Expertise
Tom Shepherd has a strong educational background in economics and finance. He studied at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), earning a BSc in Economic History with First Class honors. He also completed his ACA qualification at ICAEW, achieving first-time passes. Additionally, he completed A Levels in Economics, History, and Government & Politics at Brighton, Hove & Sussex 6th Form College, achieving top grades in all subjects. His academic achievements reflect a solid foundation in analytical and strategic thinking.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Tom Shepherd worked at KPMG UK from 2003 to 2007 as an Associate in Strategic and Commercial Intelligence within Transaction Services. This role provided him with experience in corporate development and due diligence, which he later applied in his current position. In January 2018, he relocated from London to Zug, Switzerland, where he continues to work in a strategic capacity within the legal sector.
Professional Experience at Trinity Mirror PLC
Tom Shepherd has experience in corporate development and due diligence gained during his time at Trinity Mirror PLC, a B2C newspaper and digital media company. This experience has contributed to his understanding of the media landscape and the strategic challenges faced by organizations in this sector. His work in corporate development has equipped him with skills that are applicable to his current role at Thomson Reuters.