Max Hooper
About Max Hooper
Max Hooper is a User Experience Designer at Nationwide Building Society in England, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in user experience research and design, with previous roles at the Met Office and BT, and holds qualifications in Computer Software Engineering and Leadership and Management.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Max Hooper has been employed as a User Experience Designer at Nationwide Building Society since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing user interactions and overall experience within digital platforms. His tenure at Nationwide spans three years, during which he has contributed to various projects aimed at improving customer satisfaction and usability.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Prior to his current position, Max worked at BT in various roles related to user experience. He served as a Junior User Experience Designer for nine months in 2018, followed by a two-year stint as a Mid-weight User Experience Designer from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he was employed as a User Experience Researcher at the Met Office for one year, from 2020 to 2021.
Educational Background
Max Hooper's educational journey includes studying at Colchester Royal Grammar School, where he focused on Computing, Physics, Maths, and Product Design from 2007 to 2014. He furthered his education at the University of Suffolk, earning a Foundation Degree in Computer Software Engineering from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he completed an Apprenticeship Standard in Leadership and Management at Pearson Institute from 2018 to 2020.
Early Career and Volunteer Work
Max began his career at Barnardo's, where he worked as a Data Officer for one month in 2015 and as a Volunteer Administrative Assistant for one year from 2014 to 2015. He also worked at BT as a Software Engineer from 2015 to 2018, gaining foundational experience in the tech industry before transitioning to user experience design.
Personal Interests and Continuous Learning
Max has a personal interest in maintaining aquariums, which reflects his attention to detail and design aesthetics. He enjoys attending Liverpool FC games with his family, highlighting his interest in sports and family connections. Max is committed to continuous learning, engaging with reading, audiobooks, and podcasts to enhance his personal and professional development.