Matthew Jones, PhD
About Matthew Jones, PhD
Matthew Jones, PhD, serves as the Head of Retail Modelling at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2014. He possesses a strong academic background in statistics and has held various leadership roles in risk management across multiple financial institutions.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Matthew Jones has been with Nationwide Building Society since 2012, currently serving as Head of Retail Modelling since 2014. In this role, he oversees retail modelling initiatives and contributes to the organization's risk management strategies. Prior to his current position, he held various roles within the company, including Senior Manager of Retail Modelling, Measurement and Methodology, and Senior Risk Manager for Credit Cards and Retail Modelling. His tenure at Nationwide has been marked by leadership in risk analytics and modelling.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Jones holds a PhD in Statistics from Cardiff University, where he also completed his undergraduate studies, achieving a 1st BSc in Statistics with Management Science Techniques. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in advanced analytics and risk management. He has also served as a Visiting Lecturer at Cardiff University, sharing his expertise in statistics and operational research with students.
Background in Risk Management
Matthew Jones has extensive experience in the financial services sector, having worked in various roles focused on risk management and analytics. His career includes positions at HBOS and Lloyds Banking Group, where he contributed to risk analytics and strategy. His experience spans roles such as Risk Analytics Manager and Senior Strategy & Analytics Risk Manager, where he developed expertise in credit risk and decision science.
Achievements in Risk and Modelling
Matthew Jones has received multiple industry awards for his contributions to machine learning, credit, and risk management. Notably, he led a team that won the 2020 Credit Strategy Award for 'Best Risk and Modelling Team' and contributed to the 2019 award for 'Top Innovation in Credit'. His leadership in these areas reflects his commitment to continuous improvement and innovation within the risk community.
Leadership and Community Involvement
Matthew Jones plays a key role in the Risk Academy, focusing on training and development within the risk community. He is a member of the Credit 500 and Nationwide's Senior Leadership L200, indicating his influence and leadership within the organization. His passion for leadership extends to recruiting top talent into graduate programs, demonstrating his commitment to fostering the next generation of professionals in the field.