Loraine Brierwood MBA
About Loraine Brierwood MBA
Loraine Brierwood is a seasoned professional currently serving as Delivery Lead for the Finance and Treasury portfolio at Nationwide Building Society, where she has worked since 2008. With a strong background in project management and business change programs across various industries, she holds an MBA from the University of Bath and has developed expertise in stakeholder relationships and governance.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Loraine Brierwood has been employed at Nationwide Building Society since 2008. She currently holds the position of Delivery Lead for the Finance and Treasury portfolio, a role she has occupied since 2017. Prior to this, she served as a Programme Manager and as a Senior Project Manager from 2005 to 2008. Her tenure at Nationwide has spanned over 16 years, during which she has been based in Swindon, United Kingdom. In her roles, she has led large-scale IT and business change programs, focusing on stakeholder relationship development and governance.
Education and Expertise
Loraine Brierwood has a strong educational background in business and management. She studied at Oxford Brookes University, where she earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies and a BTEC HNC in Business and Finance. Additionally, she completed her MBA at the University of Bath. Her academic journey began at King Alfreds School in Wantage, where she achieved 4 A levels and 10 O levels. Loraine is also a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), reflecting her commitment to professional development in project management.
Background
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Loraine Brierwood gained diverse experience in various roles. She worked as a Consultant at Admiral Consulting Group for one year and spent seven years as a Marketing Systems Manager at Smiths News. Additionally, she served as a Senior Project Manager at SITA from 1999 to 2004, where she worked in multiple international locations including Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London, Prague, and Toronto. This varied background has contributed to her expertise in managing complex projects across different industries.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Loraine Brierwood has led significant IT and business change programs in the Financial Services and aviation sectors. She is recognized for her ability to develop strong stakeholder relationships and provide clear vision and leadership. Loraine employs strong governance practices to ensure efficient and effective delivery while managing operational and conduct risk. Her extensive experience and educational qualifications support her role in driving successful project outcomes.