Ollie Penn
About Ollie Penn
Ollie Penn is a Business Analyst at QBE Insurance, where he has worked since 2020 on a multi-year transformation program for the underwriting business function. He has a total of nine years of technical experience in software development and business analysis, having previously held various roles at Capita and completed internships at J.P. Morgan and TUI Travel PLC.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Ollie Penn has been employed at QBE Insurance Group as a Business Analyst since 2020. His role is part of a multi-year transformation programme that focuses on enhancing the underwriting business function at QBE International. He operates in a remote capacity while also working from the Canary Wharf location, demonstrating flexibility in adapting to different work environments.
Previous Experience at Capita
Prior to joining QBE Insurance, Ollie Penn worked at Capita in various roles. He began as a Graduate Software Developer from 2013 to 2014, then transitioned to a Junior Software Developer from 2014 to 2016. Following this, he served as a Software Engineer from 2016 to 2018, and finally as a Business Analyst from 2018 to 2020. His tenure at Capita spanned a total of six years, providing him with a diverse skill set in both software development and business analysis.
Education and Expertise
Ollie Penn holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Bedfordshire, which he completed from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he earned a Foundation degree in Software Development from the same university between 2010 and 2012. His educational background supports his technical expertise, combining knowledge in software development with analytical skills.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Ollie Penn gained early career experience through an internship at J.P. Morgan in 2012, where he worked as an Analyst for one month in Canary Wharf, London. He also completed a work placement at TUI Travel PLC in 2008 for one month in Luton, United Kingdom. These early roles contributed to his foundational skills in analysis and business operations.
Technical Experience Overview
Ollie Penn has accumulated a total of nine years of technical experience, which includes roles in software development and business analysis. His diverse experience across different positions has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both technical and analytical aspects of business operations.