Chief Risk Officer

Are you an experienced risk leader looking for an opportunity to shape and strengthen a growing bank’s risk framework? We are seeking a strategic and commercially minded Chief Risk Officer to lead the independent second line of defence, ensuring robust risk management, compliance and financial crime oversight while supporting the Bank’s long-term growth ambitions.

 
Responsibilities will include:

• Leading and enhancing the Bank’s enterprise-wide risk management and governance frameworks.
• Advising and providing independent challenge to the CEO, Executive Team and Board on risk, compliance and financial crime matters.
• Overseeing risk appetite, ICAAP, stress testing, operational resilience and regulatory engagement.
• Leading, developing and inspiring a high-performing Risk, Compliance and Financial Crime team.

What this role offers:

• A highly visible leadership position with direct Board exposure.
• The opportunity to shape strategic decision-making and organisational transformation.
• Influence across all areas of the Bank, working closely with senior stakeholders and regulators.
• The chance to build and develop a strong risk culture within a respected banking environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has significant senior leadership experience within banking risk.
• Brings strong knowledge of enterprise risk management, compliance, financial crime and prudential regulation.
• Can confidently influence, challenge and support Boards and Executive Teams.
• Possesses excellent judgement, communication skills and commercial awareness.
• Builds trusted relationships while maintaining independence and integrity.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished risk professional to make a meaningful impact, champion effective governance and help drive safe, sustainable growth.
 
Apply today with your latest CV or contact Marcel on 01481 714634.