Paul Benson

Paul Benson

Technology Director & Systems Architect

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07875 417 417 [email protected] paulbenson.info East Cleveland, UK British National · English

Profile

Technology leader and systems architect based in East Cleveland with over 18 years of experience spanning web application development, server infrastructure, enterprise technology management, and AI integration. Currently heading technology solutions at Mastercopy, where I oversee document and managed intelligence deployments — including the rollout of AIDA, an Artificial Intelligent Document Automation system — and maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 compliance. I bring a unique combination of deep technical ability and strategic thinking, and actively leverage AI tooling to drive innovation and efficiency across everything I do.

Work Experience

Technology Director
Mastercopy
Current September 2024 – Present Thornaby, UK

Head up all technology solutions for the company, planning and deploying installations of document solutions and managed intelligence platforms. Oversee the full development lifecycle of technology offerings and serve as the primary technical authority across the business.

Spearheaded the training and integration of AIDA (Artificial Intelligent Document Automation) — Mastercopy's Document AI system — overseeing its rollout and ongoing development.

Manage the company's ISO 9001 quality management system and played a key role in achieving ISO 27001 information security certification, maintaining ongoing compliance across both standards. Manage technical relationships with key vendor partners including HP, ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software solutions.

Document Solutions Managed Intelligence AIDA Document AI AI Integration ISO 9001 ISO 27001 HP Partner Management Technology Strategy
IT Officer – Web Development
North Yorkshire Council
June 2023 – September 2024 North Yorkshire, UK

Maintained and managed the council's web server infrastructure, developing and deploying websites for external customers and internal council departments. Delivered projects using modern front-end technologies alongside leading CMS and hosting platforms.

Plesk WordPress Divi HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript Web Server Management
Strategic Technical Account Manager
Aqueous Consulting Ltd
May 2022 – June 2023 Runcorn, Cheshire, UK

Onboarded and managed technically complex client accounts, conducting comprehensive website audits using specialist tooling to benchmark performance ahead of SEO campaigns. Acted as the bridge between technical delivery and client strategy.

AHrefs SEOoptimer Google Search Console WordPress
Technical Developer
iBleep Ltd
Jan 2009 – April 2022 · 13 yrs 3 mos Kirkleatham, Redcar & Cleveland, UK

Maintained and developed the company's core NHS-used web application alongside native Android and iOS apps. Administered both local and remote databases and servers, and built out a suite of functional reporting tools. Also responsible for all internal IT infrastructure — staff systems, local servers, and network printers.

ASP SQL Server VBScript HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript iOS / Xcode Android Windows Server macOS
Telephone Sales / Floor Manager
Inbound Solutions
Dec 2007 – Dec 2008 · 1 yr Witchford, Cambridgeshire, UK

Started in call handling, progressing to selling products including invoice factoring and fine wine investments. Promoted to manage the sales team floor before returning to the north of England.

Call Scripter Microsoft Office
Junior Web Developer / Designer
Eliteology Ltd
Dec 2006 – Dec 2007 · 1 yr Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, UK

Designed and built standards-compliant web templates, conducted usability and compliance testing for web applications, and provided maintenance and telephone support for existing systems.

ASP.Net 2.0 C# XHTML / CSS JavaScript IIS 6 SQL 2000 Photoshop
Computer Technician
Brightboy Media Limited
Jun 2006 – Dec 2006 · 7 mos Guisborough, Cleveland, UK

Designed and built custom PCs for business clients, installed CAT5 networks, and provided general software support for local businesses.

Broadband Technical Support
Garlands Call Centre
Jan 2006 – May 2006 · 5 mos Middlesbrough, UK

Worked on the broadband technical support team, helping customers diagnose and resolve issues with their broadband service over the telephone.