David Oconnor
Programme Director - Quilter Investment Platform-fnz Programme @Quilter
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WORK HISTORY
Programme Director - Quilter Investment Platform-fnz Programme @Quilter
Southampton, GB
As Programme Director for the Quilter Investment Platform-FNZ Programme, I lead the delivery of complex, high-impact programmes in partnership with FNZ, driving strategic transformation across our organisation. My role blends long-term vision with hands-on execution—ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and governance.I’m responsible for shaping and communicating a clear programme strategy, building high-performing teams, and fostering collaboration across Quilter and FNZ. I work closely with senior stakeholders, including Quilter Executive Committee, to align delivery with business priorities, resolve challenges, and maintain momentum in fast-paced, evolving environments.My approach is grounded in strong leadership, transparency, and continuous improvement. I manage programme budgets with rigour, oversee delivery processes, and champion innovation—whether through agile transformation, emerging technologies, or smarter ways of working.With a background in both business and academic research, I translate complex issues into clear, actionable insights and make risk-based decisions that drive meaningful outcomes. I’m passionate about developing talent, promoting diversity of thought, and creating a culture where teams thrive and deliver their best work.
EDUCATION
Bellemoor Boys School, Southampton
GCSE, Ten GCSE's. Nine A grades inc. Maths, English literature & language and Sciences, and one grade B
University of Southampton Business School
Doctor of Business Administration, Strategy and change implementation
Taunton's College Southampton
A-Levels, Economics (A), English Literature (C) & Geography (C)
University of Southampton
MBA, Master of Business Administration
University of Bath
BSc (hons), Economics & Politics
ABOUT DAVID OCONNOR
An experienced leader of organisational change and business transformation. Combining practical experience with leading academic research to develop and deliver strategic change across complex organisational environments. Clear, analytical and creative decision making and planning. A confident communicator and experienced stakeholder manager. The ability and courage to challenge the status quo along with the diplomatic skills to influence. Establishing high performance teams. Experienced in project, change and operational management.Specialties: Doctor of Business Administration (DBA). Doctoral research into the use of external actors (consultants, contractors, and temporary staff) in strategy development and implementation.MBA with distinction.Focus on organisational strategic capabilities and knowledge management as part of strategy development and implementation.Programme/Project Management Office (PMO)Portfolio ManagementManagement of Portfolios (MoP)Programme Management (MSP).APMG AgilePMProject Management (PRINCE 2).Business transformation.Change leadership & management.Responsible for individual programme/project budgets of up to £15m.Strategic definition, strategic planning & implementation.Operational change & management.Business case development.Team leadership, development, management and motivation.Reward, recognition and retention during transformational change.Strategic change management and delivery process design. Problem structuring & solving.Commercial negotiations.Stakeholder management.Qualitative and quantitative research methods.Research interviews.Qualitative coding and analysis.Design and implementation of questionnairesDocument coding and analysis.Quantitative data analysis.UK Digital Health Technology Compliance (DCB 0129 and 0160, DSPT, DTAC, DPIA, HEAT)UK Investment products (Multimanager platforms, ISAs, OEICs, Unit Trusts, Equities, Gilts/Bonds, Fixed Interest).UK Life & Pensions products (unit linked multimanager life & pension funds).European Offshore Life Assurance products.Part VII insurance transfer.
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