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Head of Risk and Compliance (SMF) – International Bank – London
Permanent | Competitive Package
We are recruiting on behalf of a small international bank in London for a Head of Risk and Compliance to lead their UK risk and compliance function. This is a permanent role requiring strong experience across enterprise risk, regulatory compliance, and governance frameworks, with responsibility for holding SMF4 (Chief Risk Officer) and SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) functions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead all risk and compliance frameworks across the bank.
* Hold SMF4 and SMF16 functions, subject to FCA/PRA approval.
* Manage regulatory relationships (FCA, PRA) and oversee key submissions (ICAAP, ILAAP, Recovery Plan).
* Build and maintain a compliance culture across all business lines.
* Report directly to the CEO and Board.
Key Requirements:
* 10+ years experience in risk and/or compliance within banking (small or international bank background preferred).
* Prior or eligible SMF4/SMF16 holder.
* Strong knowledge of UK banking regulation, financial crime compliance, and operational risk.
* Confident advising and presenting at Board level.
* Hands-on leadership style.
* Competitive salary and bonus.
* Private healthcare, pension, and other benefits.
* Direct impact at leadership level in a growing international bank.
Applications via LinkedIn only. No phone calls please.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning
* Industries
Financial Services and Banking
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