Katie Taylor
About Katie Taylor
Katie Taylor is a Customer Data Governance Manager at Nationwide Building Society, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in data governance and risk management, having previously held various roles at Scottish Widows from 2006 to 2015.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Katie Taylor has served as the Customer Data Governance Manager at Nationwide Building Society since 2019. In this role, she focuses on enhancing data governance and controls surrounding customer data. Her responsibilities include managing audit responses and developing processes to address weaknesses in data governance. She employs both Waterfall and Agile methodologies to improve data quality and governance practices.
Previous Experience at Scottish Widows
Prior to her current position, Katie Taylor worked at Scottish Widows in various roles. She served as Governance Manager in Compliance and Risk from 2013 to 2015, and as Distribution Risk Manager from 2008 to 2013. Earlier in her career, she was a Risk, Financial Crime, and AML Analyst from 2006 to 2008. Her experience at Scottish Widows contributed to her expertise in risk management and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Katie Taylor completed her high school education at Southgate School in North London, where she studied History, Media Studies, and Chemistry. She then earned a Bachelor's Degree in Archaeology from the University of Winchester from 1996 to 1999. Her educational background supports her keen interest in Data and Operational Risk Management, which she actively pursues in her professional roles.
Professional Contributions and Initiatives
Katie Taylor co-founded the East of Scotland Regional Group for the Institute of Risk Management, now known as the Scottish Regional Member Group. She is known for her ability to provide management and support through active engagement, training, and education sessions. Her approach emphasizes empathy and active listening, which helps foster a supportive work environment.
Skills in Data Governance and Risk Management
In her roles, Katie Taylor has developed data quality improvements through data rules, data lineage models, and metadata enhancements. She is recognized for managing audit responses and building processes to address weaknesses in data governance. Her skills in both technical and personal support contribute to her reputation as a calming influence within the business.