IFDS hires former BoE chief information officer Simon Moorhead

clock

IFDS has appointed former Bank of England chief information officer Simon Moorhead to oversee the development of the firm's technology infrastructure and operations.

He joins the IFDS board of directors as chief information officer from the Bank, where he led the IT programme that helped create the Prudential Regulation Authority in April 2013. Moorhead, who stepped down from the Bank in July, will assume responsibility for developing the firm's technology infrastructure and operations across its locations in Asia-Pacific, Canada, and Europe. He reports to executive chairman Simon Hudson-Lund. Hudson-Lund said: "Simon's role will be crucial as we expand to serve an increasingly global client base with increasingly complex requirements. His wealth ...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Wrap/platforms

FNZ launches adviser-focused AI tool as personalisation demand grows

FNZ launches adviser-focused AI tool as personalisation demand grows

Generative AI solution intended to cut admin time and help advisers meet Consumer Duty standards

Sahar Nazir
clock 19 August 2025 • 2 min read
Aviva platform net flows climb 28%

Aviva platform net flows climb 28%

Driven by higher adviser client retention and expanding direct wealth channel

Sahar Nazir
clock 14 August 2025 • 2 min read
Platform innovation: Terry Huddart on Scottish Widows' trading journey

Platform innovation: Terry Huddart on Scottish Widows' trading journey

‘Safe to say the platform has likely found its forever home, so Phil and Kirsty will be delighted’

Terry Huddart
clock 13 August 2025 • 5 min read