Zach

Zach brings a different professional background to Magna, having built his career as an economist across government and financial services before taking a wider role within the family business.

His career has included roles across migration, private pensions, business strategy and country risk, giving him experience in economic and financial analysis, forecasting, impact assessment, risk management and strategic decision-making. His work has ranged from using large datasets and economic models to assess policy and market developments, to advising senior decision-makers on financial and wider impacts. Zach holds both a BSc and MSc in Economics, supporting his expertise in applied economics, quantitative analysis and evidence-based decision-making.

At Magna, Zach brings this analytical and commercial perspective to his role as Director & Commercial Strategy Lead. He leads on the company’s financial planning and performance, longer-term business strategy, and the development and evaluation of its products and services. This includes identifying opportunities to improve or expand Magna’s offering and ensuring new initiatives deliver clear commercial and practical value.

He also supports Magna’s continued growth and modernisation, with a particular focus on using data, technology and better systems to improve how the business operates and serves its clients.

Alongside this role, Zach is developing his technical expertise across Magna’s core consultancy areas through professional qualifications and training in Food Safety, Health & Safety and Fire Safety. This allows him to combine his background in economics, finance and strategy with an increasingly detailed understanding of the regulatory and practical challenges faced by clients. His role therefore bridges both sides of the business: helping ensure Magna remains financially strong and strategically focused, while improving the quality and impact of the services delivered to clients.