Ellis McGrath is the Chief Technology Officer at Astra, where he previously served as a Senior Product Manager. He combines technical leadership with a background in law, holding an MA in Law from The University of Law and a BSc from the University of Bristol. His expertise centers on financial and regulatory technology.
He has a keen professional interest in the evolution of financial services, having authored a paper on the digital banking transformation occurring in the Middle East. His focus areas include RegTech, FinTech, and the application of blockchain technology to solve complex problems in the industry.
Unique fact: Ellis possesses a rare combination of a technical background and a Masters degree in Law, which informs his role as CTO.
Ellis McGrath
Chief Technology Officer at Astra
United Kingdom
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Topics They Care About
Digital Banking
Authored a paper on the Middle East's Digital Banking Transformation, indicating deep expertise in the subject.
RegTech & FinTech
Frequently engages with these topics in his professional communications, highlighting them as key areas of focus.
Blockchain Technology
Shows a professional interest in the application of blockchain, particularly in relation to KYC and financial services.
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Work History
6-2024
Chief Technology Officer at Astra
6-2021 - 6-2024
Senior Product Manager at Astra
6-2020 - 12-2021
Product Manager at The Proof of Trust and Assurance
Education
2017 - 2020
Bachelor of Science - BSc from University of Bristol
2020 - 2021
MA Law from The University of Law
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Location : United Kingdom
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Chief Technology Officer at Astra
