Stuart Williamson
About Stuart Williamson
Stuart Williamson serves as the Director of Communications at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in media relations and strategic communications, having held various roles within the organization and worked with notable brands in the communications sector.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Stuart Williamson has held multiple roles at Nationwide Building Society, starting as Senior Manager for Media Relations (Product) from 2009 to 2011. He then transitioned to Senior Manager for Media Relations (Corporate) from 2011 to 2013. Following this, he served as Head of Media Relations (Corporate) from 2013 to 2016. In 2017, he became Director of Internal Communication for a year before assuming the role of Director of Communications in 2018, where he continues to work. In these positions, he has provided strategic communication advice to the CEO, Executive Committee, Chair, and Board.
Education and Expertise
Stuart Williamson studied Geography at the University of Leicester, where he earned a 2.1 BA Hons degree from 1999 to 2002. He also attended Chosen Hill School in Gloucester, achieving a Bachelor of Arts from 1992 to 1999. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in communication and strategic planning, which he applies in his current role.
Background
Before his tenure at Nationwide Building Society, Stuart Williamson worked at Montpellier Marketing Communications Group Limited as an Account Executive for seven months in 2002-2003. He then joined Grayling as an Account Director from 2005 to 2009, where he gained experience working with major brands including British Gas, Mars, Heinz, Lloyds TSB, British Airways, and John West. This diverse background in communications has contributed to his expertise in media relations and strategic communication.
Achievements
Stuart Williamson has actively contributed to community initiatives, notably chairing the Ogbourne Community Pub Society, which focuses on buying and managing a village pub for community benefit. Additionally, he has represented Nationwide on Swindon’s place marketing board, working to enhance the town's attractiveness for investment and talent acquisition. His involvement in these initiatives reflects his commitment to community engagement and development.