Benjamin Lawrie
About Benjamin Lawrie
Benjamin Lawrie serves as the Head of Information Technology Operations at Legal & General in Cardiff, Wales, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in IT operations, having previously held roles at Lloyds Bank and Legal & General, where he focused on improving efficiency and managing budgets effectively.
Work at Legal & General
Benjamin Lawrie has served as the Head of Information Technology Operations at Legal & General since 2021. In this role, he has focused on developing Target Operating Models aimed at streamlining IT operations and enhancing efficiency. His previous position at the same organization was as Senior Business Technology Partner from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to formulating IT policies aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Lloyds Bank
Before joining Legal & General, Benjamin Lawrie worked at Lloyds Bank for 14 years, from 2005 to 2019, as the Change & Transformation Programme Lead. In this capacity, he was responsible for implementing data-driven solutions that improved decision-making processes. His earlier tenure at Lloyds Banking Group spanned four years, from 2001 to 2005, during which he held various roles.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Lawrie studied Computer Science at The University of Sheffield, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 1999 to 2002. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in technology, which he has applied throughout his career in various IT leadership roles.
Achievements in IT Operations
In his professional career, Benjamin Lawrie has successfully introduced a governance framework to enhance compliance and operational oversight. He has a proven track record of managing budgets effectively, optimizing resource allocation, and identifying opportunities to reduce business expenses, which has led to increased profitability for the organizations he has worked with.