Chief Risk Officer

Interim Chief Risk Officer (SMF4)

Location: London

Duration: 6+ months

Engagement: Interim

We are supporting a UK‑regulated bank with the appointment of an Interim Chief Risk Officer (SMF4) for an initial six‑month mandate, starting March.

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned CRO who thrives in a smaller banking environment—someone who brings a calm, steady presence and can help uplift and embed proportionate, best‑in‑class risk management across the organisation. The mandate requires both strategic leadership and pragmatic, hands‑on execution.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chief Risk Officer
• Must have previously held SMF4
• Strong, demonstrable UK banking background
• Ideally experienced within a smaller, foreign‑owned bank with a London branch
• Ability to assess, strengthen, and operationalise risk frameworks in a practical, right‑sized way

What You’ll Deliver

• Strengthen enterprise‑wide risk governance and oversight
• Embed proportionate policies, controls, and reporting
• Provide stabilising leadership to the executive team and Board
• Support cultural uplift and alignment across all risk disciplines

This is an excellent mandate for an experienced risk leader who enjoys delivering impact quickly and effectively in a focussed, flexible environment.

How to Apply

Please send profiles to joflynn@nscg.com