Thunes, a global payments network, has announced the appointment of Jane Jackson as its new Chief People Officer. Reporting directly to CEO Floris de Kort, Jackson will be responsible for shaping the company’s People strategy, enhancing organisational effectiveness, and driving talent development across Thunes’ 14 international offices.
With over 15 years of experience in leading People functions at companies such as Xplor Technologies, Worldpay, and Dyson, Jackson brings a wealth of expertise in strategic transformation, organisational design, and talent acquisition. Her role will also include spearheading Thunes’ diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, as well as engaging with over 450 employees from more than 60 nationalities.
CEO Floris de Kort highlighted the importance of a robust People strategy for Thunes, stating, “As a truly international business, Thunes depends on a robust People strategy to bring our global team together. We firmly believe our talent is the true long-term differentiator in our business. Jane’s expertise in cultivating high-performing workforces will be pivotal in strengthening our culture and propelling our growth.”
Jane Jackson expressed her enthusiasm for the new role, saying, “Thunes has a remarkable global footprint and clear momentum. I look forward to partnering with Floris and the leadership team to build a People infrastructure that empowers our Thunesters globally and supports our growth.”
Thunes, headquartered in Singapore, operates in over 130 countries, facilitating real-time payments through its Direct Global Network. This appointment is expected to bolster Thunes’ global expansion efforts and enhance its organisational culture.
