Fractional CIO in Edinburgh

Fractional CIO support in Edinburgh, delivered by Richard J. Keenlyside - a senior technology operator with three decades of board-level leadership across UK and international businesses. Edinburgh is the UK's second-largest financial centre - banking, asset management, insurance and a fast-growing fintech cluster - with a credible technology and startup scene.

Sectors typically served in Edinburgh

How the engagement works

On-site days in Edinburgh by arrangement (typically monthly to fortnightly), with weekly remote cadence. Suitable for board engagements and risk committees.

Travel and on-site: Direct LNER service from London Kings Cross (~4h20) or 1-hour flights from London City and Heathrow. On-site days typically run from Charlotte Square or the city centre.

Genuine experience anchor

Group IT leadership at Tesco Bank, headquartered in Edinburgh - a multi-year programme across core banking technology, payments and operations.

Who this is for

Scale-ups, PE-backed businesses and mid-market enterprises that need senior IT representation in the boardroom but aren't ready (or don't need) a permanent CIO.

Typical outcomes

Frequently asked questions

How is the Fractional CIO engagement structured in Edinburgh?

On-site days in Edinburgh by arrangement (typically monthly to fortnightly), with weekly remote cadence. Suitable for board engagements and risk committees.

What experience do you bring to Fractional CIO work in Edinburgh?

Group IT leadership at Tesco Bank, headquartered in Edinburgh - a multi-year programme across core banking technology, payments and operations.

Who is this Fractional CIO service typically for?

Scale-ups, PE-backed businesses and mid-market enterprises that need senior IT representation in the boardroom but aren't ready (or don't need) a permanent CIO.

What does a typical Fractional CIO engagement deliver?

Most Fractional CIO engagements run for an initial 90-day discovery period followed by an ongoing leadership cadence. Typical outcomes include: A defensible 12–24 month IT strategy aligned to commercial outcomes; Rationalised vendor and licence spend with clear governance; An IT operating model that scales with the business, not against it; Confident board reporting on technology risk and investment.

How do travel and on-site days work for Edinburgh?

Direct LNER service from London Kings Cross (~4h20) or 1-hour flights from London City and Heathrow. On-site days typically run from Charlotte Square or the city centre.

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