About Me

Tom joins TurleyWay focusing within the Energy and Trading Technology domain with a particular focus on hedge funds, integrated energy companies, utilities and other leading financial institutions. His remit covers all commodity product areas, appointing senior leaders and top technical talent across the front office.

Since 2012, Tom has curated an enviable network which enables him to deliver on complex mandates with some of the most reputable trading firms across EMEA and the US.

Tom enjoys working strategically with organisations to help them plan and identify ways they can evolve and innovate their business.

Recent assignments filled:

Chief Technology Officer | Commodities          

  • Brief: A challenger energy firm required a CTO that had worked directly within the markets and understood the intricacies and complexities of trading systems. The mandate was to design, build and deliver a trading system and to future proof the department by appointing additional hires.
  • Successful profile: Due to the nature of the search, it required a comprehensive, global talent map of individuals. A CTO was selected who was still contributing to the code base and that had worked in both start up at FTSE 100 cultures.

Head of ETRM  | Commodities

  • Brief: A reputable commodities trading firm were implementing a new ETRM system globally. They required the successful applicant to possess direct experience within the power markets with a bespoke ETRM system.
  • Successful profile: Headhunted a referral who had delivered the same niche ETRM system across EMEA, US and APAC. A relocation was needed to complete this retained search.

VP of Engineering | Investment Banking

  • Brief: A Tier 1 investment bank required a ‘hands on’ leader who had managed distributed teams of skilled engineers, had designed and implemented cutting-edge software solutions to optimise trading strategies, risk management and data analysis.
  • Successful Profile: Delivered a shortlist of 4 profiles that were all interviewed, appointing an individual with systematic trading experience.