Technical expertise for investment firms
We help investors build, evaluate, and run technology — in the office or inside the portfolio. We create transparency around .
London, UK — working with investment firms across the UK and Europe.
Daniel Molloy Ltd · Company No. 15228212 · registered in England and Wales.
A specialist team, not a solo generalist — meet the consultants.
How we work
Agile consultants, shared technical standards.
The best technical work comes from people who can follow evidence, question assumptions, and think from first principles. Our consultants work independently and move quickly — embedded in your office, inside a portfolio company, or on a focused review — then bring findings back into a structured process so speed does not dilute judgement.
Why it helps
Senior technical judgement, on your timeline.
Investment teams need more than a technical opinion. They need a clear view of what is working, what is risky, and what needs attention — delivered at the speed the decision requires, whether that decision is a deal, a hire, or a build.
Scoped to the engagement
From a rapid technical review to an embedded role inside a portfolio company, the engagement is scoped around the access, timeline, and decision in front of you.
Plain-English findings
Clear findings, risk ratings, commercial implications, and next steps that non-technical partners and operators can use.
AI-aware technical depth
We test AI claims against architecture, data, integration depth, costs, security, and defensibility, not just the demo.
Senior team
Small senior teams move quickly, ask direct questions, and keep the process proportionate rather than turning it into a heavyweight consulting exercise.
What clients say
Trust is built in the hard moments.
References from leaders who needed technical depth, calm assessment, and clear answers under pressure.
Clarity under pressure
“Daniel worked on some highly visible customer deliveries. Some of these were extremely complex but Daniel picked each up and turned them around in next to no time and to a great standard, meaning minimum time for on-site implementation and troubleshooting and maximum positive impact on Snell's reputation with the customer (and colleagues!).”
Matt Platt
Transformation Director
Trusted advisor
“Daniel was a very helpful contact within the development team, willing to manage his time to assist us with ad-hoc queries without impacting his primary tasks. His cheerful nature, patience and willingness to explain solutions were appreciated in what could be a pressing environment.”
Rob Jones
Director
Technical depth
“Dan has been an invaluable technical expert for the business in helping build out a core management information system, as well as taking the lead on AI and automation proof of concepts. Great to work with and very knowledgeable, would recommend!”
Glenn
COO, X4 Group
What we do
Technical Due Diligence
An independent assessment of the technical value of a company before you invest or acquire — code, cloud, security, IP, AI claims, and team dependency.
Embedded Technical Leadership
Hands-on technical leadership inside your firm or a portfolio company, for as long as the gap needs filling.
Portfolio Technical Support
Ongoing technical oversight across a portfolio — pre-deal screening, board support, and a second opinion whenever technology risk needs one.
AI & Data Advisory
Verification and strategy for AI and data claims — what is genuinely proprietary, what is fragile, and what is marketing.
Who we work with
How it works
A structured process designed for quick turnaround and confidential timelines, whether the engagement is a one-off review or an ongoing role.
Frequently asked questions
Before you invest, acquire, or build — get clarity first.
Book a confidential call to discuss your firm, your portfolio, and where technical expertise would help.
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