What made you choose Arbtech?
The culture and the opportunity to work at a vibrant company that genuinely cares about all of its employees.
With the team being scattered around the country, the vision for Arbtech is one where people can rely on each other for advice, support and guidance as they progress their careers.
I think working alongside Rob is going to be an exciting and challenging role where juggling a hundred priorities will have to become the new normal.
What do you love most about the company?
The clarity Arbtech has about what kind of company it wants to be, its very clear objectives, and its people-first policy.
Employees are looked after and feel as if they are part of a larger unit, even with consultants being dotted around the country from Chester to Kent. The flat management structure certainly assists with this.
What do you do when you are not in Arbtech?
Living in London almost feels like a hobby in itself given how busy it makes you!
I’d say my hobbies were mostly cooking or trying to stay active wherever possible through playing football or venturing to the gym.
Admittedly, the latter has dropped off in recent months, but I intend to get back to it as I fall into a new routine.
What is the biggest tip to achieve the most in life?
It’s important to be self-reflective but not self-critical.
You can only improve if you’re honest with yourself about what you achieved or haven’t quite completed, and being honest doesn’t always have to be negative.
Where do you want to travel to next?
Japan, both for the food and the skiing.
A lot of friends have been and rave about it for a whole host of reasons.
I feel as if I’d need a sabbatical to go and truly enjoy it as opposed to feeling rushed over two weeks or so.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?
My goal is to lead something of my own.
I’m fortunate to have this role because it’s a fantastic opportunity for me to learn the essential skills a founder needs to run a company.
What is a goal you have for the future, in or out of work?
To move abroad at some point and force myself to learn a language.
It’s something I’ve flirted with for a long time but haven’t been able to make a reality.
Duncan joined Arbtech in July 2025
