Non-executive board member
Jonathan Spence
Biography
Jonathan joined the Ministry of Justice as a Non Executive Board Member on 21 August 2023.
Jonathan has over 30 years of procurement experience, working in banking, healthcare, IT, automotive and manufacturing. Prior to his semi-retirement, Jonathan held the position of Managing Director, Head of Supplier Management at Barclays where his career spanned 21 years. Whilst at Barclays he championed gender equality and has a strong record of developing female talent into leadership roles. He brings commercial skills, leadership, and risk management expertise.
Non-executive board member
Our Non-executives are senior figures from outside the department who bring a diverse mix of expertise and skills from across the public and private sector. They all:
- give guidance and advice to MOJ leaders and ministers
- support and challenge management on the department’s strategic direction
- provide support in monitoring and reviewing progress