Kate Shaw
About Kate Shaw
Kate Shaw serves as the Head of Employee Communication at Nationwide Building Society, a position she has held since 2021. She has a background in journalism and extensive experience in internal and corporate communications within the organization.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Kate Shaw has held multiple positions at Nationwide Building Society, contributing to various aspects of internal and corporate communications. She began her tenure as a News Editor from 2009 to 2010, followed by a role as Internal Communications Partner from 2010 to 2011. Shaw served as Corporate Communication Manager for Customer Service & Operations from 2011 to 2014, and then as Corporate Communication Manager for PCC&C from 2014 to 2017. Since 2017, she has been the Senior Internal Communication Manager. In 2021, she was promoted to Head of Employee Communication, a position she currently holds.
Education and Expertise
Kate Shaw completed her secondary education at Pate's Grammar School, where she achieved GCSE and A Levels from 1993 to 2000. She then pursued higher education at Cardiff University, earning a BA (Hons) in Journalism, Film and Broadcasting from 2000 to 2003. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in communication and management within the corporate sector.
Background
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Kate Shaw worked at Argos as a Customer Service Assistant from 1998 to 2004. This early experience in customer service provided her with foundational skills in communication and client interaction, which she later applied in her roles at Nationwide Building Society.
Professional Experience Timeline
Kate Shaw's professional journey at Nationwide Building Society spans over a decade, beginning with her role as News Editor in 2009. She progressed through various communication-focused positions, including Internal Communications Partner and multiple Corporate Communication Manager roles. Her current position as Head of Employee Communication, which she has held since 2021, reflects her extensive experience and commitment to effective internal communication strategies.