Craig Thompson

Chief Operating Officer

Greater Sydney Area

About

An innovative technology leader, with a broad range of experience across the technology fields. A proven track record in developing and implementing IT strategies, unlocking new business capabilities, and solving business problems through the deployment of technology. Experienced in designing, developing, and delivering IT solutions across several industries including financial, legal and professional services, hospitality and retail. Led large projects utilising local and global teams large and small, selecting, and building sustainable partnerships with many software vendors. Established project management offices and ran a professional services practice. Successfully achieved change using various project methodologies within fit for purpose IT Governance and Risk Management frameworks. A strong grasp of IT operations, outsourcing and vendor management. I am a proven manager of people and a strong advocate of the potential of technology to transform business performance. I have successfully reduced operating costs through systems integration and business process automation. Field of expertise and key focus areas: • C-suite and executive level engagement, strategic advisory and alignment • IT strategy and transformation • Enterprise architecture, Cloud technologies and IT operating models • Cybersecurity resilience and business continuity planning • IT Governance, risk and change management

Experience

  • Real Asset Management Group ()
    • Chief Operating Officer
      Feb 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

    • Chief Technology Officer
      Oct 2021 - Feb 2024 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Head of Technology at MA Financial Group
    Jun 2019 - Oct 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Responsible for MA's IT Strategy, technology roadmap and transformation program.

  • General Manager Information Technology at MA Financial Group (MAHM)
    Jun 2014 - Jun 2019 · 5 yrs 1 mo

  • Head of Program Delivery at Dimension Data Cloud Services Australia
    Aug 2011 - May 2014 · 2 yrs 10 mos

  • Technical Solutions Consultant at Norton Rose Fulbright
    Oct 2009 - Aug 2011 · 1 yr 11 mos