Andy Nixon
About Andy Nixon
Andy Nixon is a seasoned professional in the field of testing and quality assurance, currently serving as the Confirmation of Payee Industry and UAT Test Manager at Nationwide Building Society. With extensive experience at both Nationwide and IBM, he has held various managerial roles focused on digital and payment systems testing since 1997.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Andy Nixon has held multiple roles at Nationwide Building Society, contributing to various testing and management functions. He served as the Voyager Test Manager from 2008 to 2011, followed by the Internet Bank & Mobile Test Manager from 2011 to 2016. He was the Mortgage System Integration Test Manager from 2016 to 2017, and then took on the role of Future Cheque Assistant Programme Test Manager for eight months in 2017. In 2018, he briefly worked as the Mobile Resilience Digital Test Manager and later as Payments Test Manager until 2019. Currently, he is the Confirmation of Payee Industry and UAT Test Manager, a position he has held since 2019.
Current Role at IBM
Andy Nixon has been working at IBM as a Senior Test Consultant since 2014. His role involves overseeing testing processes and ensuring quality assurance in various projects. With nearly a decade of experience at IBM, he has developed expertise in managing testing initiatives and collaborating with teams to deliver effective solutions.
Education and Expertise
Andy Nixon studied at Hreod Parkway from 1984 to 1989. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in testing and quality assurance. He has developed significant expertise in managing test processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and facilitating workshops with stakeholders to align project outcomes with business requirements.
Industry Participation and Responsibilities
In his current role, Andy Nixon is responsible for ensuring Nationwide's solution compatibility with external financial providers according to industry standards. He participates in industry calls with Pay.Uk, representing Nationwide to ensure compliance with industry rules. Additionally, he facilitates workshops with business stakeholders to align project outcomes with business requirements, demonstrating his commitment to effective communication and collaboration in the industry.