Jon Watkinson
About Jon Watkinson
Jon Watkinson is a Senior Product Manager with extensive experience in the financial services sector, currently working at Credit Karma since 2019. He has held various product management roles at notable companies including NatWest Group, Lloyds Banking Group, and Experian Consumer Services.
Current Role at Credit Karma
Jon Watkinson serves as a Senior Product Manager at Credit Karma, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and strategy, contributing to the company's mission of empowering consumers with financial insights. His experience in product management enables him to lead cross-functional teams effectively and drive product initiatives that enhance user experience.
Previous Experience at NatWest Group
Watkinson has extensive experience with NatWest Group, where he held multiple roles over several years. He participated in the Retail Banking Graduate Scheme from 2006 to 2009 in Edinburgh. He later served as a Product Manager from 2010 to 2013 and as Manager of Digital Banking from 2009 to 2010, both in London. His tenure at NatWest Group provided him with a solid foundation in banking and product management.
Experience at Other Financial Institutions
Jon Watkinson has worked in various capacities at other financial institutions. He was a Product Manager at Lloyds Banking Group from 2013 to 2016 and at Atom Bank from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he served as a Senior Technical Product Manager at Experian Consumer Services from 2017 to 2019. These roles contributed to his expertise in product management within the financial services sector.
Education and Academic Background
Watkinson studied at Solihull School from 1994 to 2001, followed by Cardiff University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business Administration and Management from 2001 to 2004. His educational background has equipped him with essential knowledge and skills applicable to his career in product management.
Volunteer Work at CodeYourFuture
Since 2021, Jon Watkinson has been volunteering at CodeYourFuture. This organization focuses on helping refugees and disadvantaged individuals learn coding and secure employment in the tech industry. His involvement reflects a commitment to community service and education.