
David Jones MBE
Director of Risk & Crisis Management
SJ Group International
David Jones MBE is a highly respected security expert with over 30 years of experience in law enforcement and private security. A former New Scotland Yard Detective and Head of the Anti-Kidnap & Extortion Unit at the UK’s National Crime Agency, David has led numerous international investigations into serious and organised crime, hostage situations, and high-profile extortion cases. Throughout his distinguished career, he has worked extensively across global crime syndicates, kidnap recoveries, counter-extortion strategies, and corporate threat assessments. His collaborative approach has supported security agencies, multinational businesses, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide.
David's core expertise includes risk and crisis management, corporate security, kidnap and extortion response, hostage negotiation and recovery, and intelligence-led investigations. Recognised for his calm leadership and discretion in high-stakes environments, David helps organisations navigate complex threats with confidence, care, and strategic clarity—providing reassurance and support when it matters most.