Nicola Rowbotham
About Nicola Rowbotham
Nicola Rowbotham serves as the Head of Technology and Operations for Investec Life and Investec for Intermediaries in London, a position she has held since 2018. She has a background in business administration and extensive experience in the financial services sector, having worked in various roles at notable institutions.
Work at Investec
Nicola Rowbotham has held the position of Head of Technology and Operations at Investec for both Investec Life and Investec for Intermediaries since 2018. This role is based in London, United Kingdom. Prior to her current position, she served as Head of Technology and Operations for Investec Life from 2016 to 2018. Her tenure at Investec has spanned multiple roles, demonstrating her expertise in technology and operations within the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Nicola Rowbotham earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Pretoria from 2010 to 2011. She also studied Accounting at the University of KwaZulu-Natal from 1998 to 2000 and again from 2001, although the latter was for a shorter duration. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in operations and technology management within the finance industry.
Background
Nicola Rowbotham has a diverse professional background in the financial services sector. She began her career as an Internal Auditor at Credit Suisse in Zurich from 2005 to 2008. She then transitioned to Rand Merchant Bank, where she held various roles, including Head of Operations and Head of Specialised Support and Transaction Management, from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she worked at Absa as a Business Manager in 2012-2013, further solidifying her expertise in operations management.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Nicola Rowbotham has accumulated significant experience in technology and operations management. She worked at Investec in various capacities, including as a Specialist in the Investment Banking division from 2014 to 2016. Her roles at Rand Merchant Bank and Absa also contributed to her operational expertise, particularly in specialized support and transaction management.