Head of Second Line Risk

Company: ECR Global
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Location: London
Job Description:

We’re currently supporting the search for a Part-Time Head of 2nd Line Risk & Compliance to join a highly respected UK asset management business based in London.

This is a senior SMF16 & SMF17 leadership role, reporting directly into the Managing Director of Asset Management, with responsibility for overseeing compliance and non-financial risk across the investment business.

The role offers a rare opportunity to operate as a genuine strategic partner to the business within a mature, institutional investment environment.

Key areas of focus include:

• Second line oversight and challenge across the investment business

• FCA regulatory engagement and SMF accountability

• Enterprise risk management and governance

• Oversight of non-financial risk frameworks

• Board and executive reporting

• Partnering with global compliance stakeholders

• Embedding strong risk culture and governance practices

We’re keen to speak with experienced senior risk/compliance leaders from the asset management sector who bring:

• Strong FCA-regulated environment experience

• Proven second line leadership capability

• Deep understanding of investment management risk & compliance

• Experience operating at Board and Executive Committee level

• Strong stakeholder management skills and executive presence

The position is offered on a flexible part-time basis (3–4 days per week) and is based in London.

This is likely to suit an experienced Head of Risk, Head of Compliance, Deputy CRO or senior SMF-approved leader seeking a high-quality, strategically important mandate within a well-established investment organisation.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch gnelson@ecrglobal.com

Posted: June 2nd, 2026