Chris Shelley
About Chris Shelley
Chris Shelley serves as the Head of People Data and Technology at Nationwide Building Society, where he oversees HR technology enhancements and data analytics strategies. He has an extensive background in business planning and HR systems, having held various roles at Nationwide and Portman Building Society.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Chris Shelley currently serves as the Head of People Data and Technology at Nationwide Building Society, a position held since 2022. In this role, he oversees the strategic roadmap for HR technology enhancements and future capabilities. He has a substantial history with the organization, having worked in various capacities including Senior Business Planning Manager, UCB Product Controller, Business Intelligence Manager, Senior Manager HR Systems, and Senior Manager HR Strategic Development. His tenure at Nationwide spans from 2007 to the present, with significant contributions to the Society's people ambitions and strategic outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Chris Shelley studied at King Edward VI College, where he completed his A levels from 1994 to 1996. He furthered his education at The University of Wolverhampton, earning a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mathematical Business Analysis from 1996 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data and technology management within the HR sector.
Background
Chris Shelley began his career in the financial services sector at Portman Building Society, where he worked as a Product Marketing Manager from 2004 to 2007. Following this, he joined Nationwide Building Society, where he has held multiple roles focused on business planning, intelligence, and HR systems. His extensive experience in these areas has contributed to his current leadership role in managing people data and technology.
Achievements
In his current role, Chris Shelley is responsible for the implementation and management of Oracle Cloud technology for people data and payroll systems at Nationwide Building Society. He leads the development and delivery of data and analytics strategies for People and Culture, ensuring the integrity and security of people data systems. Additionally, he manages reporting on Gender and Ethnicity Pay gaps to the public, reflecting his commitment to transparency and accountability in HR practices.