Clare Smit
About Clare Smit
Clare Smit is an IT Architect currently working at Nationwide Building Society, where she has held various roles since 2013. With a background in data management and a degree in Archaeology, she has demonstrated adaptability in her career across multiple organizations in the UK.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Clare Smit has held multiple roles at Nationwide Building Society, demonstrating a versatile career in IT and data management. She began as a Test Governance and Controls Analyst from 2013 to 2016, followed by a brief tenure as a Data Management Consultant in 2016. From 2016 to 2018, she served as a Test Assurance Subject Matter Expert (SME). Clare transitioned to the Technology Business Management (TBM) team, where she worked from 2018 to 2021. Currently, she serves as an IT Architect, a position she has held since 2021. Her career at Nationwide reflects her adaptability and broad skill set in technology.
Education and Expertise
Clare Smit has a diverse educational background with a focus on Archaeology and Biblical Archaeology. She studied at the University of South Africa, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from 2001 to 2006. Prior to that, she completed her Matric at Victoria Park High School in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, from 1990 to 1994. This educational foundation has contributed to her analytical skills and expertise in data management and IT architecture.
Background
Clare Smit has a varied professional background, beginning her career in the field of data analysis. She worked at Kerry as a Business Enablement Commercial Data Analyst from 2011 to 2013 and later as a Customer MDM Data Analyst for a brief period in 2013. Additionally, she held a position as a Retail Sales and Marketing Analyst at Lyons Seafoods from 2010 to 2011. Her experiences across different companies and roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of data management and technology.
Career Progression
Clare Smit's career progression showcases her ability to transition between roles and adapt to new challenges. At Nationwide Building Society, she moved from a Test Governance and Controls Analyst to a Test Assurance SME, and then to the Technology Business Management team. Her current role as an IT Architect highlights her ongoing commitment to professional development and her capacity to take on complex responsibilities within the organization.