Sam Stafford

Head of Engineering @Rathbones

Bristol, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Sep 2025 — Present

Head of Engineering @Rathbones

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Leading four specialist teams (Data Architecture, Engineering, operations and Governance) to develop enterprise data platform and mature governance, quality, and engineering capabilities across the Group. Co-developing the Group Data Strategy ensuring alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives; and supporting development of AI roadmap, building on early proof-of-concept automation for data and AI innovation.

EDUCATION

1995 — 1998

University of Leeds

2.1 Hons Degree, Statistics

ABOUT SAM STAFFORD

As an accomplished business leader who is passionate about harnessing the power of data and technology to develop innovative digital products and services, I have a proven track record of providing cost-effective, scalable solutions that deliver better outcomes for individuals, organisations and society.I have a strong technical background in data that includes Data Science, Engineering, and Governance, alongside a sound understanding of Software Engineering, Digital Product Development, IT Service Management and Project Management. I have managed teams for over 15 years and, having held several senior leadership roles, developed strong interpersonal, stakeholder and leadership skills.Recent roles have focused on strategic capability development and digital transformation, where I have been responsible for optimising processes at scale using Machine Learning and AI, whilst working alongside senior executives to develop and implement digital roadmaps.

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