Xeno Andriopoulos
About Xeno Andriopoulos
Xeno Andriopoulos serves as the CTO Senior Architect at Nationwide Building Society since 2019, bringing extensive experience in digital banking transformation and Agile methodologies from previous roles at major financial institutions.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Xeno Andriopoulos has served as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Senior Architect at Nationwide Building Society since 2019. In this role, he focuses on modernizing and transforming digital banking and integration services. His responsibilities include overseeing technology strategies and ensuring alignment with business objectives. His tenure at Nationwide Building Society reflects a commitment to enhancing the institution's technological framework and improving customer experiences.
Previous Experience in Banking
Prior to his current position, Andriopoulos held various significant roles in prominent financial institutions. He worked at HSBC Global Banking and Markets as a Senior Business Architect from 2017 to 2019. He also served as the Lead Architect for Uncleared Derivatives at Deutsche Bank from 2015 to 2016. His experience includes a role as Lead Architect for Commercial Banking at Lloyds Banking Group in 2012, and as Lead Architect for Onboarding, KYC & TOM at Deutsche Bank from 2013 to 2015. His extensive background in banking underscores his expertise in technology architecture within the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Xeno Andriopoulos studied at Imperial College London, where he earned a PhD focused on Databases for Distributed Realtime Systems. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Computing. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in technology and architecture, particularly in the context of financial services.
Focus on Agile Methodologies
Andriopoulos is known for promoting Agile methodologies and best practices within the technology estate. His approach emphasizes the importance of flexibility and responsiveness in technology projects, which is crucial in the fast-paced financial industry. He actively advocates for the adoption of Agile practices to enhance collaboration and efficiency among teams.
Leadership and Strategic Influence
With extensive experience at the CIO, Cxx, and Group level, Andriopoulos demonstrates a high level of leadership and strategic influence. He is recognized for his ability to interface effectively between business and technology, driving change within organizations. His track record includes tackling transformation and managing difficult changes within financial institutions, particularly in banking.