Kate Clark
About Kate Clark
Kate Clark serves as the Deputy Nominated Officer at Nationwide Building Society, where she has worked since 2017. With a background in financial crime investigation, she has held various roles in law enforcement, including positions at Thames Valley Police and the National Crime Agency.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Kate Clark has been serving as the Deputy Nominated Officer at Nationwide Building Society since 2017. In this role, she leads investigations and authorizes reports under the Proceeds of Crime Act and the Terrorism Act to the National Crime Agency. Her responsibilities include engaging directly with law enforcement agencies and providing crucial insights into financial crime prevention. She also offers training and feedback to Financial Crime Operational Teams, as well as support to the Retail Branch Network and Mortgage Operations teams.
Previous Experience at Thames Valley Police
Prior to her current position, Kate Clark worked at Thames Valley Police for a total of nine years. She served as an Accredited Financial Investigator from 2009 to 2017 and as a Financial Intelligence Officer from 2008 to 2009. During her tenure, she developed expertise in financial investigations and intelligence gathering, contributing to the police's efforts in combating financial crime.
Experience at National Crime Agency
Kate Clark worked at the National Crime Agency (NCA) as an Assistant Crime Analyst from 2005 to 2008. In this role, she was part of the Serious Crime Analysis Section, where she focused on analyzing data related to serious crimes. Her experience at the NCA provided her with a strong foundation in crime analysis and intelligence operations.
Education and Expertise
Kate Clark holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology from The University of Northampton, which she completed from 2001 to 2004. Additionally, she studied at the International Compliance Association, where she achieved an Advanced Diploma in Anti Money Laundering in 2014. This educational background supports her expertise in financial crime and compliance.
Industry Engagement
Kate Clark actively attends external industry events related to financial crime. Her participation in these events demonstrates her commitment to staying informed about the latest trends and developments in the field of financial crime prevention and compliance.