John Roberts
About John Roberts
John Roberts serves as the Head of Risk Decision Science at Nationwide Building Society, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in risk analytics and modeling, having worked in various roles at Nationwide and Lloyds Banking Group.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
John Roberts has held the position of Head of Risk Decision Science at Nationwide Building Society since 2022. In this role, he oversees risk decision-making processes and strategies within the organization. Prior to this position, he served as Senior Modelling Manager from 2015 to 2022, where he focused on developing and implementing risk models. His earlier tenure at Nationwide included a role as Modelling Manager from 2013 to 2015, contributing to the organization's risk management framework.
Previous Experience in Risk Analytics
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, John Roberts worked at Lloyds Banking Group as Risk Analytics Manager from 2010 to 2013. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing risk analytics initiatives, which involved analyzing data to inform risk management strategies. His experience in this role provided him with a strong foundation in risk assessment and analytics, which he later applied in his positions at Nationwide.
Education and Expertise
John Roberts studied Mathematics and its Applications at Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd from 2000 to 2004, where he achieved a First Class degree. This educational background has equipped him with the analytical skills necessary for his roles in risk decision science and analytics. His expertise in mathematics underpins his work in developing risk models and decision-making frameworks.
Career Progression in Risk Management
John Roberts has demonstrated a steady progression in his career within the field of risk management. His journey at Nationwide Building Society began as Modelling Manager, followed by a promotion to Senior Modelling Manager, and ultimately to Head of Risk Decision Science. This trajectory reflects his growing responsibilities and contributions to the organization's risk management practices over the years.