Hodge Bank, the UK specialist lender and savings provider, has appointed Scott Hill as chief technology officer. The bank said the appointment comes as it continues to strengthen its leadership team and enhance its technology platforms to support long-term growth across its savings, mortgage and commercial lending divisions.
In his new role, Hill will be responsible for leading Hodge's technology vision and delivery, ensuring digital transformation continues to underpin the bank's strategy and create simpler customer-centric financial solutions.
CAREER BACKGROUND
Hill joins from technology company Target Group, where he spent a year as chief information officer. He has also held roles at drinks maker Diageo, where he was global head of website transformation strategy, and at IBM, Currys and Accenture.
'MOMENTS THAT MATTER'
“My career has taken me through some of the biggest names in the tech world, from global leaders like IBM and Accenture, where I honed my skills in strategic technology delivery and innovation,” Hill said. “These experiences have taught me a fundamental principle, one that aligns perfectly with the culture at Hodge Bank: to focus on the moments that matter. It’s at these critical junctures where the right technology and strategic decisions can not only solve problems but also create new opportunities and drive real business growth and more importantly create positive outcomes for customers.”
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