James Bigglestone
About James Bigglestone
James Bigglestone serves as the Head of Business and Capital Development at Engineers Gate, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Albourne America LLC, NYDIG, and BlueCrest Capital Management. He holds a Chartered Accountant designation and has studied at prestigious institutions including the University of Oxford and the University of Nottingham.
Current Role at Engineers Gate
James Bigglestone holds the position of Head of Business and Capital Development at Engineers Gate. He has been in this role since 2023, contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives and capital management efforts. His responsibilities include overseeing business development activities and enhancing capital allocation strategies within the organization.
Previous Experience at Albourne America LLC
Prior to his current role, James Bigglestone served as a Partner in Portfolio Advisory at Albourne America LLC from 2012 to 2021. During his nine years there, he focused on providing advisory services related to portfolio management. He also worked in Hedge Fund Due Diligence at the same firm from 2009 to 2012, where he was involved in evaluating hedge fund investment opportunities.
Professional Background at Ernst & Young
James Bigglestone began his career at Ernst & Young, where he worked as an Executive from 2002 to 2007. His role involved various aspects of financial consulting and advisory services. This experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions in the finance and investment sectors.
Educational Qualifications
James Bigglestone has a strong educational background in finance and engineering. He studied at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, where he achieved the designation of Chartered Accountant. He also attended Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, furthering his expertise in business management. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mechanical Engineering Design, Materials & Manufacture from the University of Nottingham.
Experience at NYDIG and BlueCrest Capital Management
James Bigglestone worked at NYDIG as Head of Pensions and Consultant Relations from 2021 to 2022, focusing on pension fund strategies and consultant relationships. Before that, he was an Assistant Portfolio Manager at BlueCrest Capital Management, LLP from 2007 to 2009, where he contributed to portfolio management and investment strategies.