Richard Hurford
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Dafydd Wynne
FITM rewrote our company website using modern technologies (WordPress and Thesis) to provide a site that looks better and is far easier to maintain. Throughout this process, they were flexible with changing requirements and proactive with suggestions, not just about technology but also about design, SEO, social media etc. I am extremely satisfied with the service that FITM provided and have already pencilled them in for several further projects due in 2012.
Kate Mayfield
Richard pinpointed our needs and quickly worked out the sort of IT support and help we need, properly briefed the supplier and watched out for our interests throughout the process of outsourcing our IT support. Creative solutions as well as more standard options were presented to us and sound advice always given. Punctual, efficient, it was a pleasure to work with FITM and I have no hesitation in recommending them to other people who need some safe hands and smart thinking in IT problem solving.
Dafydd Wynne
FITM rewrote our company website using modern technologies (WordPress and Thesis) to provide a site that looks better and is far easier to maintain. Throughout this process, they were flexible with changing requirements and proactive with suggestions, not just about technology but also about design, SEO, social media etc. I am extremely satisfied with the service that FITM provided and have already pencilled them in for several further projects due in 2012.
Kate Mayfield
Richard pinpointed our needs and quickly worked out the sort of IT support and help we need, properly briefed the supplier and watched out for our interests throughout the process of outsourcing our IT support. Creative solutions as well as more standard options were presented to us and sound advice always given. Punctual, efficient, it was a pleasure to work with FITM and I have no hesitation in recommending them to other people who need some safe hands and smart thinking in IT problem solving.
Dafydd Wynne
FITM rewrote our company website using modern technologies (WordPress and Thesis) to provide a site that looks better and is far easier to maintain. Throughout this process, they were flexible with changing requirements and proactive with suggestions, not just about technology but also about design, SEO, social media etc. I am extremely satisfied with the service that FITM provided and have already pencilled them in for several further projects due in 2012.
Kate Mayfield
Richard pinpointed our needs and quickly worked out the sort of IT support and help we need, properly briefed the supplier and watched out for our interests throughout the process of outsourcing our IT support. Creative solutions as well as more standard options were presented to us and sound advice always given. Punctual, efficient, it was a pleasure to work with FITM and I have no hesitation in recommending them to other people who need some safe hands and smart thinking in IT problem solving.
Dafydd Wynne
FITM rewrote our company website using modern technologies (WordPress and Thesis) to provide a site that looks better and is far easier to maintain. Throughout this process, they were flexible with changing requirements and proactive with suggestions, not just about technology but also about design, SEO, social media etc. I am extremely satisfied with the service that FITM provided and have already pencilled them in for several further projects due in 2012.
Kate Mayfield
Richard pinpointed our needs and quickly worked out the sort of IT support and help we need, properly briefed the supplier and watched out for our interests throughout the process of outsourcing our IT support. Creative solutions as well as more standard options were presented to us and sound advice always given. Punctual, efficient, it was a pleasure to work with FITM and I have no hesitation in recommending them to other people who need some safe hands and smart thinking in IT problem solving.
Credentials
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MBCS - BCS Professional Member
BCS The Chartered Institute for IT
Experience
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Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd, London Branch
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United Kingdom
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Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager
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Mar 2022 - Present
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FITM Limited
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & Managing Director
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Aug 2021 - Present
Recently completed a role for an ethical start-up defining their technology strategy and putting in place the team to build an app for Ultra High Net Worth principals and their families to engage on unifying purpose, enduring legacy and sustainable impact. Recently completed a role for an ethical start-up defining their technology strategy and putting in place the team to build an app for Ultra High Net Worth principals and their families to engage on unifying purpose, enduring legacy and sustainable impact.
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Founder & Chief Technology Officer
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Aug 2012 - Jul 2021
Responsible for managing technology environment and hybrid team, building products for multiple clients and helping define business strategy and build business. Key contributions and successes: • Designed, built & supported Pension Pathway application, ensuring optimal user experience • Built & launched customer SaaS apps including etfLook for FTSE & ETF Centre for Equiniti Selftrade • Introduced cutting-edge cloud infrastructure to ensure platform scalability, accessibility and security • Directed and mentored a talented development team focused on Microsoft stack: Azure, C#, .NET & SQL server • Led external teams of designers and developers to code websites and apps, enhancing functionality • Created, executed & managed new investment strategy for Whole Money funds • Developed interface for financial data providers, including Six and Morningstar • Developed new Whole Money website, boosting brand awareness & enhancing customer interaction • Researched & designed data visualisation tools, capturing information to view and understand trends • Undertook research, analysis, marketing & product development to drive sales & increase revenue • Developed and mobilised technology strategy, infrastructure, development and support operations • Leadership across cross-functional operations, including finance, marketing and HR
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Cloud Focus Ltd
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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Founder & Managing Director
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Nov 2012 - Nov 2019
Responsible for the provision of specialist consultancy expertise, establishing and managing a consultancy business, advising on and delivering cloud-based solutions for a portfolio of clients. End-to-end project lifecycle management and delivery, including planning, scope, budgets and risk. Key contributions and successes: • Advised on migration of leading independent school to Microsoft cloud stack including Office 365 • Built, nurtured and developed a diverse client base with 20+ multi-sector customers of varying sizes • Facilitated regular client review meetings to advise on solutions, development & future opportunities
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Founder & Managing Director
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May 2009 - Feb 2014
Responsible for the successful delivery of high-level services, assisting businesses with IT planning, review, support and start-up services, spearheading technology innovation and solutions closely aligned to business needs. Outsource and interim IT Director for various organisations including a social enterprise wellbeing provider, an HR consultancy and a specialist dry cleaning company. Called in to resolve business issues such as the need for new business critical applications or change of managed service provider. Example projects: • Selection and implementation of replacement accounting and CRM systems for a business relocation and removals organisation • Selection and implementation of a supply chain solution for a British luxury fashion retailer • Recruitment of permanent IT Director and technology team for social enterprise wellbeing provider
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FIM Ltd
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United Kingdom
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1 - 100 Employee
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IT Manager
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Feb 2005 - Jan 2009
Responsible for all aspects of business IT leadership and delivery, effectively managing, developing and supporting global IT systems, applications and infrastructure. Key contributions and successes: • Led and motivated internal & external staff based over 3 locations, providing high-quality IT support • Identified, evaluated, selected and oversaw the successful implementation of investment management platform • Led full upgrade of technical infrastructure, network & desktops, enhancing operational performance • Set-up infrastructure for two remote locations, providing solutions & services to drive business growth • Selected and implemented new CRM application, capturing data, enhancing customer engagement • Oversaw development and support of asset management application, ensuring optimal client service • Implemented data warehousing & reporting solutions, enhancing analytics, guiding decision-making • Project-led delivery of technological solutions, transitioning into BAU with minimal service disruption • Created comprehensive business continuity plans, conducting tests to verify real-time effectiveness
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Director of Global IT
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May 2004 - Oct 2004
Responsible for all aspects of global IT leadership, overseeing provision business-critical IT for 7 locations across Europe & Asia. Key member of the Dryden senior management team, reporting to the Chairman / CEO, and the US-based parent company. Key contributions and successes: • Managed, developed, mentored and inspired 27 staff, globally-dispersed across 3 different locations • Controlled $7m budget, accurately overseeing & reporting on all finances, ensuring cost efficiencies • Directed the seamless rollout of XP to 600 desktops across the globe, improving reliability & usability • Developed & mobilised business continuity planning & full testing to mitigate potential business risk • Efficiently managed IT aspects of major project to outsource the back office of Dryden’s Swiss bank
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RBS Group
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Singapore
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Programme Manager
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Apr 2002 - Apr 2004
Responsible for all aspects of programme leadership and delivery, spearheading delivery of major business change programmes to develop, upgrade & implement ‘fit for purpose’ business systems for RBS. Key contributions and successes: • Managed £8.6m budget, with a business & IT team of up to 35 staff, delivering group-wide solutions • Effectively directed technical workstreams including analysis, development, test and infrastructure • Led implementation of Eagle Pace, data hub and modules to enhance reporting & data monitoring
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Programme Director
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Sep 2000 - Sep 2001
Responsible for managing Jupiter’s large-scale business change programme, with full remit for controlling a £17m budget. Led the successful end-to-end delivery of 10 business-critical projects across the business.Key contributions and successes:• Defined programme scope and embedded best practice methods & process, ensuring governance• Effectively collaborated with parent company, developing strategy and aligning project synergies• Managed and nurtured highly-professional relationships with external consultancies, including Ernst & Young• Sponsored internal communications project, owning intranet content, driving company collaboration• Selected & implemented new order management and client reporting system, enhancing efficiencies• Project-led outsourcing of back office functions to prioritise resources and significantly reduce costs• Led the effective redesign and reengineering of the retail business website, improving functionality• Analysed infrastructure architecture, identified improvements, selected and implemented middleware
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IT Director
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Nov 1997 - Sep 2000
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HSBC Asset Management
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Investment Management
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Programme Manager
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1993 - 1997
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Hoskyns
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Consultant
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Sep 1989 - Jul 1993
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