David Hammond
About David Hammond
David Hammond is an Information Technology Project Manager with dual degrees in Computer Science and Business Administration. He has extensive experience in project management within the financial services sector, particularly at Legal & General, where he has held various roles since 2008.
Work at Legal & General
David Hammond has held multiple roles at Legal & General over the years. He served as Delivery Manager from 2008 to 2015, contributing for seven years. Following this, he worked as IT Transformation Project Manager for Legal & General Home Finance from 2015 to 2016 for eleven months. He then took on the role of Contract IT Delivery Manager for six months in 2017. After a brief tenure at Unum UK, he returned to Legal & General as a Contract IT Project Manager from 2017 to 2020. Currently, he is employed as an Information Technology Project Manager since 2021.
Education and Expertise
David Hammond holds dual degrees that enhance his professional capabilities. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from Swansea University from 1986 to 1989. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration at the University of the West of England from 1993 to 1995. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both technical and business disciplines, which is essential for his roles in project management and IT.
Background
David Hammond has a comprehensive background in project management within the financial services sector. His experience spans various roles, focusing on IT delivery and transformation. He has worked in multiple capacities at Legal & General, including positions that emphasize cloud technology integration, particularly in migrating systems to Microsoft Azure Cloud. His career reflects a strong emphasis on business transformation and outsourcing.
Achievements in Project Management
Throughout his career, David Hammond has managed significant projects that highlight his expertise in IT and project management. Notably, he has led initiatives focused on migrating systems to Microsoft Azure Cloud, showcasing his proficiency in cloud technology integration. His roles have involved overseeing complex projects that require a blend of technical knowledge and business acumen, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the organizations he has worked with.
Professional Experience
In addition to his extensive tenure at Legal & General, David Hammond has worked at Unum UK as a Project Manager Contract from 2016 to 2017 and at Admiral Group Plc as a Senior Project Manager Contract in 2020. His diverse experience across different organizations and roles has equipped him with a broad perspective on project management practices and challenges within the financial services industry.