Matthew Fisher
About Matthew Fisher
Matthew Fisher serves as the Head of Policy at Watershed, a position he has held since 2022. He previously worked at Monzo Bank as Head of Public Policy and ESG and has extensive experience in various roles within the UK government, particularly in relation to Brexit and financial services.
Current Role at Watershed
Matthew Fisher serves as the Head of Policy at Watershed, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for guiding the organization's policy initiatives and strategies. His work focuses on aligning Watershed's objectives with regulatory frameworks and public policy developments. Based in London, England, he continues to influence policy discussions relevant to the organization's mission.
Previous Experience at Monzo Bank
Prior to his current role, Matthew Fisher worked at Monzo Bank as the Head of Public Policy and ESG from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure, he managed the bank's public policy strategies and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. His work contributed to shaping Monzo's approach to regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement in the financial sector.
Background in Government Roles
Matthew Fisher has extensive experience in government roles, particularly with the Department for Exiting the European Union. He held multiple positions, including Future Relationship Negotiating Strategy from 2018 to 2019, and Senior Private Secretary to the Secretary of State in 2018. His work involved strategic planning and advising on critical aspects of the UK's exit from the European Union.
Experience at HM Treasury
Matthew Fisher worked at HM Treasury in various capacities, including as a Policy Advisor focusing on LIBOR and benchmark reform from 2011 to 2013. He also served as a Senior Policy Adviser for the Capital Markets Union from 2015 to 2016. His roles involved developing and implementing financial policies that addressed key issues in the UK’s economic landscape.
Early Career at Office of Fair Trading
Matthew Fisher began his career as an Economist at the Office of Fair Trading, where he worked for one year from 2010 to 2011. This role provided him with foundational experience in economic analysis and regulatory frameworks, which he later applied in his various policy roles across government and the financial sector.