Phillip Watkinson
About Phillip Watkinson
Phillip Watkinson serves as the Vice President of Corporate Products at ClearBank, bringing extensive experience in international bank transfers and treasury systems. With a background in Information Technology and over 18 years in e-commerce and online payments, he has held various significant roles in the fintech industry.
Work at ClearBank
Phillip Watkinson currently serves as the Vice President of Corporate Products at ClearBank, a role he has held since 2024. He previously worked at ClearBank as the Head of Product from 2023 to 2024. In these positions, he has leveraged his extensive experience in international bank transfers and treasury systems to enhance corporate product offerings.
Education and Expertise
Phillip Watkinson has a solid educational background in Information Technology. He studied at Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology, earning a BTEC National Diploma in Computer Studies from 1994 to 1996. He also attended Wrexham University, where he achieved a Higher National Diploma in Computing from 1996 to 1998 and a BSc (Hon) in Business Information Systems Management from 1998 to 2000. His education supports his extensive expertise in e-commerce and online payments.
Background
Phillip Watkinson has accumulated 18 years of experience in the fintech industry, particularly in e-commerce and online payments. His career includes various roles in product management and project management across several companies, including Checkout.com, Worldpay, and Venda Ltd. This diverse background has equipped him with a deep understanding of foreign exchange and corporate product strategies.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining ClearBank, Phillip Watkinson held several significant positions. He worked as Product Director at Checkout.com from 2022 to 2023 and as Business Solutions Manager at Worldpay from 2012 to 2015. His experience also includes roles as Integration/Project Manager at paybox solutions AG, Technical Project Manager at Venda Ltd, and various positions at Worldpay, where he focused on product management in FX and treasury.
Achievements in Fintech
Phillip Watkinson has demonstrated a commitment to the fintech sector through his extensive experience in managing corporate products and understanding international bank transfers. His work has contributed to the development of product strategies that enhance corporate offerings, particularly in the areas of foreign exchange and treasury systems.