Matthew Britton
About Matthew Britton
Matthew Britton serves as the General Counsel for Retail at Nationwide Building Society, a position he has held since 2016. With a background in legal risk management and dispute resolution, he leads a legal team that supports the organization's real estate portfolio.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Matthew Britton has served as General Counsel - Retail, Group Legal at Nationwide Building Society since 2016. In this role, he leads a legal team that provides support for the organization's real estate portfolio, which includes branch networks and offices. Prior to his current position, he held various roles within Nationwide, including Senior Manager for Legal Risk and Senior Counsel for Dispute Resolution. His tenure at Nationwide has spanned over a decade, reflecting his deep involvement in the organization's legal operations.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Britton studied Law at the University of Bristol, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 1992 to 1995. He completed his earlier education at Bristol Grammar School from 1985 to 1992. His academic background has provided a solid foundation for his extensive experience in managing legal risks and issues across various financial products, including mortgages, savings, and credit cards.
Background
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Matthew Britton worked at Burges Salmon LLP as a Senior Associate for 13 years, from 1999 to 2012. His experience in private practice equipped him with valuable skills that he later applied in his in-house legal role at Nationwide. He transitioned to this in-house position in 2012, marking a significant shift in his career from private legal practice to corporate legal management.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Matthew Britton has gained extensive experience in legal risk management related to a variety of financial services. His roles at Nationwide Building Society have involved overseeing legal matters associated with personal loans, insurance, and investments, contributing to the organization's compliance and legal integrity.