Kevin Drysdale
About Kevin Drysdale
Kevin Drysdale is an Area Manager at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2011, leading a team of qualified Financial Planning Managers. He has extensive experience in financial consulting and management, having previously held positions at Legal & General and HBOS.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Kevin Drysdale has served as an Area Manager at Nationwide Building Society since 2011. In this role, he leads a team of Level 4 qualified Financial Planning Managers in North & East Scotland. His responsibilities include managing financial advice related to investments, estate planning, retirement planning, and protection. He operates within a regulatory environment to ensure compliance while delivering on corporate objectives.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Kevin Drysdale held various positions in the financial services sector. He worked as a Senior Financial Advisor at HBOS from 1994 to 2005, accumulating 11 years of experience. He then advanced to the role of Area Manager at HBOS from 2005 to 2010, where he served for 5 years. Earlier in his career, he was a Financial Consultant at Legal & General from 1992 to 1994 for 2 years.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Drysdale studied at The Open University, where he focused on Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. He achieved a Professional Certificate in Management during his studies from 2009 to 2010. His foundational education includes attending Deans Community High School from 1979 to 1983.
Leadership and Team Management
In his current role at Nationwide Building Society, Kevin Drysdale leads a team of Level 4 qualified Financial Planning Managers. His leadership involves guiding the team in providing financial advice and ensuring that they operate within the regulatory framework. His focus on managing advice related to investments, estate planning, retirement planning, and protection is central to his team's objectives.