DARREN RICHARD MCALLISTER
Walton-on-Thames,Surrey
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in Business Relationship Management and Project Management. Proven expertise in IT Governance and Innovation, with a strong focus on resource management and stakeholder engagement. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and ensuring regulatory compliance. Committed to driving organizational success through strategic initiatives and effective collaboration.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work history
IT Business Partner (Operations, Legal, Compliance, Quality, HR)
Alliance Healthcare (Distribution) Ltd
Chessington, Surrey
06.2022 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: Pharmaceutical wholesaler and distributor (Part of global healthcare solutions organisation, 46000+ employees, operating in 50 markets)
- Key link between corporate functions and IT, ensuring that business and regulatory objectives matched IT strategy. Focused on driving value through technology planning and improvements
- Created technology roadmap for Quality systems including CAPAs and regulatory reporting to align with group-wide strategy
- Co-developed IT strategy for national warehouse consolidation project featuring automation/RFID solutions
- Collaborated with Transport teams to roadmap and plan implementation of carbon reduction tools, vehicles, and infrastructure, as well as dynamic routing and vehicle monitoring technologies, vehicle and driver security, and temperature excursion processes
- Acted as main IT Business Partner across company during staffing crunch, proving adaptability
- Co-lead ideation and creation of corporate innovation and ideas platform
Business Expert Manager (IT Business Partner, Programme Lead)
Japan Tobacco International
Weybridge, Surrey
01.2009 - 06.2021
- Established trust-based relationships across all levels through effective communication.
- Supported growth by developing targeted IT strategies and operational processes globally.
- Enabled global IT programme delivery by providing agreed systems and monitoring benefits.
- Minimised user impact by integrating projects with existing systems and ensuring end-user involvement.
- Facilitated innovation by assessing potential technologies and process changes.
- Managed diverse teams, including virtual and offshore resources, across multiple time zones.
- Owned global delivery of AI-based M&A tools and NLP systems for marketing materials.
- Developed a strategy for third-party data standardisation using unique identifiers.
Group Knowledge Systems Manager & Process Expert Manager
Gallaher Group Plc
Weybridge, Surrey
06.2005 - 12.2008
- Delivered projects and programmes of work across global business, including development of new working practices, change management, and technology roadmaps
- Managed software installations, user training resulted in improved utilisation of resources.
- Upgraded legacy systems to improve performance and reliability.
Property Development\IT Consultant
Self Employed
Various, Surrey
11.2002 - 06.2005
- Renovated several properties to learn skills, project managing developments, performing all legally allowed work, employed tradesmen, negotiated contracts and liabilities, sourced materials, and ensured work was carried out on time and to budget
- Assisted business travel agency who required help on upgrading their infrastructures, applications rationalization, providing remote working facilities, staff training, and selecting vendors and support companies
Senior IS Consultant
Linklaters (Solicitors)
London, City of London
11.1999 - 10.2002
- Responsible for IT across multiple corporate functions in HQ and offices in Asia.
- Led implementation of innovative technologies for increased productivity.
- Assessed risks associated with proposed business solutions, minimising potential issues.
- Devised detailed project plans with clear milestones, encouraging team focus and direction.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through effective communication and engagement methods.
- Collaborated with stakeholders for successful project delivery.
IT Consultant (Contract)
Hill Taylor Dickinson (Solicitors)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04.1999 - 08.1999
- Achieved seamless integration of third-party applications with existing systems.
- Conducted staff trainings on new software applications to enhance productivity.
Consultant
Cap Gemini (UK) plc
Various, South-East England
09.1997 - 09.1998
- Liaised closely with clients throughout consulting process, ensuring satisfaction at every stage.
- Collaborated with variety of industry professionals for effective project delivery.
- Update of main bank system for Y2K; Onboard retail system for train operator.
PC Products Manager
Glass's Information Services
Weybridge, Surrey
12.1992 - 09.1997
- Developed new PC products for market in Automotive sector
- Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.
- Translated complex technical information into easily comprehensible language for non-technical stakeholders.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders to secure buy-in for new initiatives.
- Represented organisation to public at trade exhibitions and conventions, driving awareness of new products and capturing feedback on existing ones.
Technical Executive
Concept Time Systems Ltd
Surbiton, Surrey
12.1991 - 11.1992
- Initiated customer loyalty programs, encouraging repeat purchases and brand loyalty amongst consumers.
- Developed Time and Attendance system for resale.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Computer Information Systems Design
Kingston University
Kingston upon ThamesB/Tec National Diploma - Technology
Brooklands Technical College
WeybridgeLegal Project Practitioner - Legal Project Management
International Institute of Legal Project Management
London 04.2001 -
Agile PM Practitioner - Agile AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner
APMG
Warsaw, PolandSkills
- Business Relationship Management
- Project and Programme Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- IT Governance
- Innovation & Technology Adoption
- Managing Resources
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Collaborative Leadership
- Risk and Change Management
- Regulatory Compliance Systems (KYC, GDP, etc)
- Coordinating cross-functional teams
- Strategic it consultation
- Business analysis
- Vendor management
Custom
BSc (Hons), LPP
Timeline
IT Business Partner (Operations, Legal, Compliance, Quality, HR)
Alliance Healthcare (Distribution) Ltd
06.2022 - 02.2025
Business Expert Manager (IT Business Partner, Programme Lead)
Japan Tobacco International
01.2009 - 06.2021
Group Knowledge Systems Manager & Process Expert Manager
Gallaher Group Plc
06.2005 - 12.2008
Property Development\IT Consultant
Self Employed
11.2002 - 06.2005
Legal Project Practitioner - Legal Project Management
International Institute of Legal Project Management
04.2001 -
Senior IS Consultant
Linklaters (Solicitors)
11.1999 - 10.2002
IT Consultant (Contract)
Hill Taylor Dickinson (Solicitors)
04.1999 - 08.1999
Consultant
Cap Gemini (UK) plc
09.1997 - 09.1998
PC Products Manager
Glass's Information Services
12.1992 - 09.1997
Technical Executive
Concept Time Systems Ltd
12.1991 - 11.1992
BSc (Hons) - Computer Information Systems Design
Kingston University
B/Tec National Diploma - Technology
Brooklands Technical College
Agile PM Practitioner - Agile AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner
APMG
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