Alison Rowe
About Alison Rowe
Alison Rowe is a seasoned Business Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the Insurance and Aviation industries. She has held various roles, including Lead BI Solutions Analyst at Friends Life UK and currently serves as a Business Analyst at Nationwide Building Society since 2018.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Alison Rowe has been employed at Nationwide Building Society as a Business Analyst since 2018. In this role, she applies her extensive experience in business analysis and information management. Her responsibilities include managing work streams and contributing to various projects within the organization. Alison's focus on business intelligence aligns with Nationwide's commitment to providing data-driven solutions for its members.
Previous Experience in Business Analysis
Prior to her current role, Alison Rowe held several positions that contributed to her expertise in business analysis. She worked at Friends Life UK as the Lead BI Solutions Analyst from 2010 to 2015, and at Aviva as a Consultant/Lead Solutions and Design Analyst from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Business System Analyst at Bournemouth University from 2016 to 2018. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a strong foundation in business intelligence and systems analysis.
Career Background in Insurance and Aviation
Alison Rowe has over 25 years of experience in the insurance and aviation industries. She began her career as a mainframe programmer and progressed through various roles, including Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer and Senior Business Analyst. Notable positions include her role as a Senior Analyst Programmer at Qantas from 1990 to 1998 and as a Senior Software Development Engineer at Friends Provident from 2004 to 2008. This extensive background has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of industry practices.
Education and Expertise
Alison Rowe studied at Salisbury College and achieved A Levels. She furthered her education at The Open University, where she studied Systems Thinking Principles and Practice, earning a Bachelor’s Degree from 2005 to 2010. Her educational background complements her professional experience, particularly in information management and business intelligence. Alison's ability to think holistically and strategically enhances her effectiveness in her roles.
Skills and Competencies
Alison Rowe possesses a range of skills that support her role as a Business Analyst. She is highly customer-focused and has excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, and organization skills. Her experience with various Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) models and her capability to operate at both Senior Stakeholder levels and on the ground contribute to her effectiveness in managing projects and teams.