Jack Follows
About Jack Follows
Jack Follows is a Client Delivery Manager at Thought Machine, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in financial services, having held various roles at IBM, Lloyds Banking Group, and other companies, and he specializes in project delivery for core banking solutions.
Current Role at Thought Machine
Jack Follows serves as a Client Delivery Manager at Thought Machine, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he manages client delivery projects for Tier 1 banks, fintech companies, and challenger banks across the EMEA and North America regions. His responsibilities include leading the delivery of complex client products onto the Vault Platform, which focuses on retail products such as mortgages, buy now pay later (BNPL) services, multi-currency loans, and digital wallets. Jack specializes in project delivery and proof of concept engagements for core banking solutions.
Previous Experience at IBM
Before joining Thought Machine, Jack Follows worked at IBM as a Managing Consultant in Financial Services from 2015 to 2020. During his five years in this role, he was based in London, United Kingdom. His work involved managing cloud migration programs within the financial services sector, contributing to the modernization of banking services. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in delivering technology solutions tailored to the financial industry.
Career Background in Financial Services
Jack has a diverse background in the financial services sector, having held various roles prior to his current position. He worked as a Delivery Manager for Cloud Migration and Cutover at Lloyds Banking Group from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on implementing cloud solutions. Additionally, he gained experience as a Business Analyst at Johnson & Johnson for a brief period in 2013 and as an Assistant Accountant at Inchcape UK from 2014 to 2015. These roles have contributed to his expertise in project delivery and financial operations.
Educational Background
Jack Follows studied Accounting and Finance at the University of Wales, Cardiff, where he earned a BA(Hons) degree. He also completed his studies at Alton College and Weydon School. Furthering his professional qualifications, he studied at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills to excel in financial management and consulting roles.