Alastair M.G Beattie
About Alastair M.G Beattie
Alastair M.G Beattie is a Portfolio Delivery Manager with extensive experience in the financial services sector, specializing in operational risk and settlement transformation strategies. He has held various managerial roles at prominent institutions, including HSBC, Gazprom, and the London Stock Exchange, and has a Master's degree in Psychology from the University of Aberdeen.
Current Role at London Stock Exchange
Alastair M.G Beattie has been serving as a Portfolio Delivery Manager at the London Stock Exchange since 2020. In this role, he focuses on overseeing project delivery and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. His responsibilities include managing portfolios that drive operational efficiency and compliance within the financial services sector.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Beattie has held various positions in prominent financial institutions. He worked at HSBC in multiple roles, including Business Portfolio Manager and Global Senior Transformation Delivery Manager. His tenure at Royal Bank of Scotland included roles as Payments Re-engineering IT Project Manager and Programme Manager for Global Banking & Markets. He also served as a Global IT Delivery Manager at British Petroleum and as a Project Manager for IT Transformation at ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
Education and Expertise
Beattie studied at the University of Aberdeen, where he earned a Master's degree in Psychology from 1992 to 1996. His educational background complements his expertise in operational risk frameworks and compliance with regulations such as SOX, MiFID III, Dodd-Frank, EMIR, FCA, and PRA. He specializes in settlement transformation strategy and has a strong focus on managing and modernizing heritage technology estates.
Achievements in Data Transformation
Throughout his career, Beattie has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing data capabilities within financial services. He has leveraged new technologies to improve efficiency and product quality in data transformation projects. Notably, he contributed to the development of integrated, self-service data capabilities through the Refinitiv Data Platform (RDP) while working at Thomson Reuters.
Operational Risk Management Focus
Beattie has a strong focus on operational risk framework changes, ensuring compliance with various financial regulations. His experience includes managing projects that align with regulatory requirements, enhancing the operational resilience of financial institutions. This focus is evident in his roles across different organizations, where he has consistently worked to improve compliance and risk management practices.