Senior Risk Governance Manager, UK Credit & Compliance

American Express; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services company seeks a Credit Risk Governance & Controls Senior Manager to ensure compliance with UK regulatory standards and to drive responsible credit risk strategies. This role focuses on governance processes, compliance collaboration, and coordinating risk events. The ideal candidate will have significant regulatory experience and excellent communication skills, playing a crucial role in aligning risk frameworks across the business.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible working model

Generous paid parental leave

Free counseling support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a credit risk, operational risk, compliance, or governance role within a regulated financial services institution.
• Proven ability to manage governance processes, control frameworks, or regulatory change initiatives.
• Experience handling Operational Risk Events.

Responsibilities

• Translate regulatory expectations into compliant processes.
• Partner with teams to strengthen monitoring and oversight.
• Manage Operational Risk Events with timely escalation.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of UK consumer credit regulation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Detail-oriented mindset

Job description

A global financial services company seeks a Credit Risk Governance & Controls Senior Manager to ensure compliance with UK regulatory standards and to drive responsible credit risk strategies. This role focuses on governance processes, compliance collaboration, and coordinating risk events. The ideal candidate will have significant regulatory experience and excellent communication skills, playing a crucial role in aligning risk frameworks across the business.