Financial Services Director - Risk Advisory

Director of Financial Services Advisory – Professional Services

Permanent

Can be based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow – Flexible/hybrid working available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Director level appointment within a Business Advisory and Accountancy firm who provide market leading advice and proactive solutions that organisations need to navigate today’s constantly changing world.

This Director opportunity will play a key role in supporting the Financial Services Advisory Partner develop and deliver the advisory strategy.

This opportunity offers a variety of advisory and independent assurance projects for financial services firms across all Financial Services sectors to develop propositions and services for both existing and future clients. 

As a Director, you’ll lead and deliver governance, risk management and/or conduct risk related assignments of high complexity and variety in line with the businesses defined methodologies and quality standards

What you’ll ideally bring to this opportunity

• Extensive background in financial services risk management and compliance, gained through roles in either professional services or financial firms.
• Knowledge in three or more of the following areas: Consumer Duty requirements, FCA conduct rules, enterprise risk management frameworks, corporate governance, credit risk, SMCR and operational resilience
• Be adept in the nuances of the Financial Services sector and well-versed in the UK regulatory environment, particularly in governance and risk management.
• Possess strong written and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence, lead, engage stakeholders, and deliver results.
• Be capable of leading teams, managing complex reviews, and collaborating effectively as a team player.
• Have demonstrated expertise in advisory and assurance reviews related to governance, risk management, and conduct risk.
• Familiarity with the three lines of defence model and solid commercial management experience.
• Be comfortable driving and leading business development and networking across the Scottish region

To apply and find out more, please contact Scott at scott.maxwell@changerecruitmentgroup.com for a confidential chat or call 07974 065745