She joins from the Financial Times where she was Lex column editor, a position she had held since January 2006.
Her new role will involve writing for the columns in the business section as well as the main paper.
"Tracy is a formidable journalist with a wealth of expertise," said editor Will Lewis.
"She is a welcome addition to the Telegraph’s top table."
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