Robert Schroeder

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Head of Software at char.gy

London Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Robert Schroeder is a leader of digital product development teams, currently serving as Head of Software at char. gy. He specializes in structuring autonomous and productive teams by blending technology architecture with organizational design. A graduate of Kenyon College, he is often described by colleagues as an "excellent leader, " "hardworking, " and "trustworthy. "

Beyond his technical leadership, Robert has demonstrated a commitment to mission-driven work through roles at Citizens Advice and by taking a career break for caregiving. He studied Philosophy at the University of Warwick, which suggests a thoughtful and analytical approach to his personal and professional life.

Unique fact: He took a deliberate career break to focus on caregiving, highlighting his commitment to personal values outside of the workplace.

Personality Overview

Goal-Oriented

Early Adopter

Big Vision Person

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

High-performing Teams
His entire professional focus is on designing, forming, and guiding productive and happy software development teams.
Agile Methodologies
He is a certified Scrum Master and has designed and delivered 'Agile Executive' workshops in previous leadership roles.
Mission-driven Tech
Expressed pleasure in joining a company that is "doing good work" and previously worked for the public service organization Citizens Advice.

Media Appearances

Robert has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2025
Head of Software at char.gy
3-2023 - 12-2024
Caregiving at Career Break
8-2022 - 2-2023
Technology Director at Moneysupermarket Group
6-2021 - 12-2021
Interim Head of Software Engineering at Citizens Advice
10-2013 - 9-2019
Head of Development at Money Advice Service

Education

1987 - 1991
BA from Kenyon College
1989 - 1990
Philosophy from University of Warwick

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Insights For Selling To Robert

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Robert is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Robert

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Robert move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Robert take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Robert

Personality Compatibility


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