Job Opportunities API

About the Opportunity We are working with a regulated banking client who are seeking to appoint a Chair of the Risk Committee (SMF10) at Board level. This is a high-impact Non-Executive appointment, offering the opportunity to play a critical role in shaping the organisation’s risk framework, governance, and long-term resilience within a regulated environment. The Role As Chair of the Risk Committee, you will provide independent oversight of the firm’s risk profile and ensure the effectiveness and integrity of the risk function. You will work closely with the Board, Executive team, and Chief Risk Officer to ensure robust governance and regulatory compliance.Key Responsibilities Board & Committee Leadership Chair the Risk Committee and ensure its effective operation in line with its terms of reference Ensure appropriate composition, capability, and resourcing of the Committee Maintain strong collaboration with the Board and key committees (e.g. Audit & Compliance) Risk Oversight & Strategy Oversee the organisation’s risk appetite, tolerance, and strategic risk framework Provide challenge and guidance on risk exposure in the context of market and macroeconomic conditions Monitor emerging risks and the organisation’s ability to identify and manage new risk types Review material risk breaches and ensure appropriate mitigation actions are implemented Risk Function & Independence Safeguard the independence and effectiveness of the risk function Ensure the Risk team has sufficient authority, resources, and access to information Support direct access between the Chief Risk Officer and the Board Governance & Reporting Oversee delivery of high-quality Management Information to the Board Ensure clear reporting of key risks, trends, and recommendations Monitor frameworks covering operational, conduct, and reputational risk Regulatory Scope SMF10 – Chair of Risk Committee Oversight aligned with PRA/FCA expectations and SYSC risk control requirements Accountability for effective risk governance at Board levelWe are interested in speaking with individuals who bring: Board-level or Non-Executive experience within banking or regulated financial services Strong expertise in enterprise risk management and regulatory frameworks (PRA/FCA) Demonstrable experience chairing or contributing to Risk Committees Ability to provide constructive challenge and independent judgement Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills