Clare Partridge
About Clare Partridge
Clare Partridge is a Branch Manager at Nationwide Building Society, where she has worked for ten years. She has a background in business administration and extensive experience in retail and financial services.
Current Role as Branch Manager
Clare Partridge has served as a Branch Manager at Nationwide Building Society since 2014. In this role, she has accumulated over ten years of experience managing branch operations in the South Coast region of the United Kingdom. Her responsibilities include overseeing daily branch activities, leading staff, and ensuring high levels of customer service. Clare's leadership is characterized by her focus on team development and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Nationwide Building Society
Before her current position, Clare Partridge worked at Nationwide Building Society in various capacities. She was a Branch Manager Trainee from 2013 to 2014, where she gained foundational management skills. Additionally, she worked as a Quality Assurance Analyst for eight months in 2020, focusing on maintaining service standards. Her tenure at Nationwide has provided her with extensive knowledge of the financial services sector.
Educational Background
Clare Partridge studied at the University of Portsmouth, earning a 2:1 BA (Hons) in Business Administration from 2008 to 2011. She also completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Studies at the same institution during the same period. Earlier, she attended South Downs College, where she achieved a Diploma in Business Administration, and Havant College, where she completed AS Levels in Business Studies, English Literature, Sociology, and Dance. Her educational background supports her career in management and customer service.
Experience in Retail and Customer Service
Clare Partridge has over six years of experience in retail, having worked as a Customer Service Supervisor at Waitrose from 2007 to 2013. This role involved managing customer interactions and ensuring service excellence. Additionally, she briefly worked as a Human Resources Assistant at Marriott Hotel in 2007. Her diverse experience in both retail and financial services has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of customer needs and operational management.
Skills and Professional Interests
Clare Partridge possesses a strong passion for creativity and collaboration within the workplace. She has demonstrated her ability to lead and develop teams across various branch locations, leveraging her extensive experience to foster a positive work environment. Her commitment to team development and operational success reflects her dedication to enhancing customer experiences in the financial services sector.