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Paul Crouch

Finance, Technology, Commercial & Procurement Executive | Charity Board Chair
28.8 yrs experienceInformation Technology & Services
Jan 2026

The move

MoveDXC Technology Alshaya Group
TitleDirector, Global Partnerships Vice President, Commercial (Customer & Technology)
LocationCity Of London Dubai
Career arcRecent arrival
Cross-border moveYes · United Kingdom United Arab Emirates
Years in UAE0.4
Total experience28.8 years
Alshaya Group headcount10,001+ employees
Alshaya Group industryRetail
Alshaya Group HQAl Mirqab, Kuwait City
Alshaya Group typePrivately Held

Career arc

  1. Vice President, Commercial (Customer & Technology)Jan 2026 — Present
    Alshaya Group· Dubai, United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  2. Director, Global PartnershipsJul 2023 — Sep 2025
    DXC Technology· City Of London, England, United Kingdom· Full-time
  3. Statutory Director & Board MemberJun 2022 — May 2023
    Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL)· Reading, England, United Kingdom· Part-time
  4. Commercial Director, NetworksOct 2021 — Jun 2023
    BT· London, England, United Kingdom· Full-time
  5. Chair of the Board of TrusteesJan 2021 — Present
    West Kent Debt Advice· Tonbridge, England, United Kingdom· Part-time
  6. Member, Board of TrusteesJan 2021 — Present
    Crosslight Advice· London, United Kingdom· Part-time
  7. Finance Director, Service PlatformsJul 2017 — Oct 2021
    BT· London, United Kingdom· Full-time
  8. Vice President, ProcurementJul 2011 — Jun 2017
    BT· London, United Kingdom· Full-time
  9. General Manager, Network ProcurementJan 2008 — Jun 2011
    BT· London, United Kingdom
  10. Head of LogisticsSep 2005 — Dec 2007
    BT· National
  11. Senior Commercial ManagerJul 2004 — Sep 2005
    BT
  12. Network Solutions ManagerApr 2002 — Jun 2004
    BT
  13. Information Technology Manager1995 — 2000
    Ipsen· London & Paris· Part-time

Education

Top skills

Supplier Risk ManagementSupplier PerformanceSupplier DevelopmentStrategic LeadershipRisk ManagementBoard of Directors

About

I am a seasoned leader with over 20 years of international experience spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the United States, with expertise in finance, technology, commercial, and procurement leadership. I am a Chartered Engineer, Chartered Global Management Accountant, Chartered IT Professional, and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply.My academic background includes research in cryptography, with a published paper, and in sourcing with human dignity (Modern Slavery).I lead large, complex technology and commercial portfolios, setting priorities, shaping commercial models, and building high-performing teams to deliver sustained transformation through strong partnerships.Alongside my executive career, I am committed to professional service and social impact. I

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