Thomas Ovenden
About Thomas Ovenden
Thomas Ovenden serves as the Global Embedded Banking Strategy & Operations Lead at HSBC, where he manages the global operations and strategy for the bank's embedded banking platform. He has a diverse background in consulting and strategy, having previously worked at Accenture and Capgemini, and holds multiple degrees in International Business and related fields.
Current Role at HSBC
Thomas Ovenden serves as the Global Embedded Banking Strategy & Operations Lead at HSBC, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Singapore, he manages the global operations and strategy for HSBC's embedded banking platform across multiple markets. His responsibilities include integrating HSBC banking products and services into non-banking partner organizations through technical integration. He plays a key role in creating new business value in a market opportunity valued at $7.2 trillion.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Prior to his current role, Thomas Ovenden worked at HSBC as the Global Strategy Manager from 2019 to 2021 in London, United Kingdom. In this position, he contributed to the development and execution of strategic initiatives that supported HSBC's global objectives. His experience at HSBC has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the banking sector and its operational dynamics.
Experience at Accenture and Capgemini
Thomas Ovenden has also held significant roles at Accenture and Capgemini. He worked as a Senior Consultant at Accenture for nine months in 2018 in London, United Kingdom. Prior to that, he was a Management Consultant at Capgemini from 2016 to 2018, where he spent two years in London. These roles allowed him to develop expertise in consulting and strategic operations within the financial services industry.
Educational Background
Thomas Ovenden has a diverse educational background. He studied International Business Management at the University of Hertfordshire, earning a Bachelor's Degree from 2011 to 2015. He further pursued a Bachelor's degree in International Business at Western Sydney University from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he studied Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law at ZHAW School of Management and Law, achieving a Bachelor's degree in International Business from 2013 to 2014. In 2022, he completed an Executive Education program in Next Level Leadership at London Business School.
Early Career and Education
Before entering the corporate world, Thomas Ovenden completed his high school education at Tunbridge Wells Boys Grammar from 2003 to 2009. He began his professional career as a Research Analyst at WATG and Wimberly Interiors for two months in 2016 in London, United Kingdom. This early experience laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in consulting and banking.