Matrix Group, the UK-based investment firm, has recruited Iain Anderson from GLG Partners to head up its IT department.

Anderson had spent nine years as chief technology officer at GLG, having previously worked for 14 years in Goldman Sachs’ technology division.

In his new role Anderson’s responsibilities will include developing the group’s IT strategy to ensure that the group maintains a strong operational and technology platform across all of its businesses as it grows, Matrix said in a statement.

“Iain’s immediate focus will be to take responsibility for Matrix Group’s information technology strategy and to take the lead on major projects including portfolio management, CRM and platforms for fund launches,” said Chris Merry, chief executive of the Matrix Group.