Chris Laidlaw
Login to view DISC.Ex Head of IT at No current company
📍 Greater Edinburgh Area, United Kingdom
Chris Laidlaw is a technology leader specializing in the investment management industry, having held Head of IT roles at firms like First Sentier Investors and Stewart Investors. He has managed IT infrastructure and operations across the EMEA & US regions.
He holds a TOGAF certification, highlighting his specialized expertise in enterprise architecture.
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28 Years
Current Role
Ex Head of IT
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Edinburgh Area, United Kingdom
Personality Overview
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Priorities
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IT Leadership
Has extensive experience in senior leadership, holding multiple "Head of IT" titles within the financial investment sector.
Enterprise Architecture
Holds a TOGAF certification, which demonstrates a strong background in designing and implementing corporate IT strategy.
Career
Work history
8-2025
Ex Head of IT
No current company
4-2021
Head of IT, EMEA &US First Sentier Investors
First Sentier Investors
8-2019 - 4-2021
Head of IT, EMEA
First State Investments
7-2018 - 4-2021
Interim Head of IT
Stewart Investors
1-2016
IT Infrastructure Manager
Stewart Investors
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Education
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Edinburgh Napier University
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James Gillespies High School
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