Craig Duncan
About Craig Duncan
Craig Duncan is the Director, Legal (International) at Matterport and a Non-Executive Director at The Teenage Tutor, with a diverse legal career spanning multiple industries and regions.
Current Role at Matterport
Craig Duncan is currently serving as the Director, Legal (International) at Matterport, based in London, England, United Kingdom. His role involves managing international legal matters for the company, ensuring compliance with global legal standards, and supporting the company's operations across various regions outside the United States. His expertise in legal issues and international law underpins his contributions to Matterport's global expansion and legal strategy.
Previous Legal Roles
Craig Duncan has held numerous significant legal positions across various companies before his current role at Matterport. He served as Senior Corporate Counsel (EMEA & APAC) at Matterport from 2021 to 2023. Before that, he was Vice President Legal (FTC) at Inmarsat for five months in 2021. His other roles include positions such as Senior Solicitor Consultant at BT, VP Legal (Consultant) at Inmarsat, Consultant (Solicitor) at Fieldfisher, and Managing Director and General Counsel at octoberLAW. His extensive experience in these roles has helped build his robust legal expertise, particularly in the areas of corporate and international law.
Educational Background
Craig Duncan completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at Anglia Ruskin University, focusing on commercial and business law, from 1994 to 1995. He also obtained an LL.B (Hons) at the same university, specializing in commercial law, contract law, criminal law, tort law, and areas like eCommerce, tax, and employment law from 1991 to 1995. Additionally, he has a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Law from Keele University. His strong academic background laid the foundation for his distinguished career in the legal field.
Professional Contributions and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Craig Duncan has made significant professional contributions. At Survey Sampling LLC (now Dynata), he was instrumental in establishing the international legal arm as the first non-US Vice President of Legal. During his tenure at Vanco (Reliance Communications), he set up a global team following multiple acquisitions. At Lloyds TSB, he developed the Group IT Legal function. These initiatives highlight his capability to handle complex legal challenges and build effective legal frameworks within large organizations.
Community Involvement and Interests
Beyond his professional life, Craig Duncan is actively involved in community initiatives. He serves as a Non-Executive Director at The Teenage Tutor in Sevenoaks, England. He is a passionate advocate for disability rights, particularly focusing on Nystagmus, and is actively involved in raising guide dog puppies. Additionally, he hosts a radio show and is an enthusiastic supporter of Tottenham Hotspur. These activities showcase his dedication to giving back to the community and his diverse range of interests.