Risk

Leading Risk Recruitment Services for regulated businesses across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and the US.

We recruit top risk management talent for today's dynamic business environment. Our expertise covers the full spectrum of risk, including operational, market, enterprise, liquidity, and climate risk, with a focus on mid-to-senior and board-level appointments.

From oncoming regulatory pressures to tumultuous talent markets and global supply chain disruption, Broadgate's dedicated delivery teams understand the nuanced challenges facing modern business.

We're here to connect business leaders with qualified, regulatory-approved professionals who protect and enable sustainable growth. Broadgate combines global talent networks and comprehensive industry knowledge to quickly fill objective-critical roles in both a permanent and interim capacity. We also maintain a versatile SME bench (Subject Matter Expert bench) of experienced consultants ready to be deployed on your executive hiring projects.

From board-effectiveness reviews to executive coaching, our risk recruitment specialists can provide expert support at every touchpoint of your hiring process.

Learn more about our services, connect with our team today.

CANADA LIFE

1.5

1st Interview to Placement Ratio

1.6

Jobs to Placements

Canada Life provides retirement, investment and protection solutions to individuals, families and businesses. Seeking an agile talent partner, Canada Life enlisted Broadgate to deliver a comprehensive Risk and Compliance transformation program. Our approach involved providing sustained support through long-term contracts (minimum one year), with our team peaking at 17 contractors. Over a five-year partnership, Broadgate has become a trusted talent partner for Canada Life, placing over 25 contractors across various initiatives, including critical support for GDPR readiness.

Roles successfully placed include: Project Manager, Risk Manager, Procurement Manager, Conduct Risk Manager, Governance & Reporting Manager, and GDPR Programme Manager.

CENTRUS

Centrus is a dedicated team of corporate finance advisors, treasurers and analytics experts who provide advice and investment to the projects, companies and assets that matter to people, communities and the environment. Centrus were in the market to hire a solution-oriented Head of Compliance with strong experience and credibility (particularly regarding the FCA), with a focus on acquiring regulatory sign-off. Given Broadgate’s experience and credentials, Centrus had no concerns with the team’s search capabilities. To help improve confidence in the candidate, Broadgate lent on the consultancy services of its senior advisor and C-suite trainer, Adrian McCarthy, identifying and securing the Head of Compliance role inside the agreed time frame.

‘Broadgate brought that level of expertise, confidence, and high level of assurance that we just couldn’t get by doing the process by ourselves, or even with other firms. Adrian’s input and consultation were professionally run, very comprehensive and highly valued by the company and the board, and it gave us great confidence in the process.’

Gavin Friel

CFO

DZ BANK

4 Weeks

Time to Fill

DZ BANK AG's New York branch has been serving US, German, and international clients with operations in North America for almost 50 years. DZ Bank NY is offering products to manage interest rates and currency risks, as well as a broad variety of financing solutions in the asset securitisation, project finance, corporate finance, and trade finance sectors. DZ engaged Broadgate's services to source a Vice President of Credit Risk through our Contingent Recruitment Solution. The brief was to identify high-calibre talent with strong risk management expertise and proven leadership credentials. A briefing call was held on 4th February, and within days Broadgate delivered a shortlist of four candidates. All progressed to first-stage interviews, with two advancing to the final stage. References were completed promptly, and an offer was made within one month of the initial briefing.

Great customer service and performance — 10/10.

Deputy Chief Credit Officer

HEYLO

6 Weeks

Turnaround Time

100

Candidates Identified in Nationwide Market Map

Founded in 2014, Heylo is one of the UK’s leading Shared Ownership providers, delivering affordable homes through partnerships with housebuilders, local authorities, and agents. With over 10,000 properties, Heylo sought a Chief Risk Officer to strengthen governance and support its next stage of growth, with a clear focus on board diversity. Broadgate, recommended through its executive network, conducted a nationwide search and market mapping, identifying 100 candidates and shortlisting 15. Seven of the top 10 candidates brought diverse perspectives, with four reaching interview stage. Within six weeks, Broadgate secured a high-calibre CRO aligned with Heylo’s values, risk agenda, and diversity goals, earning praise from leadership and a candidate NPS of 10/10.

‘It was a pleasure to partner with the highly professional team at Broadgate to support our recruitment for a Chief Risk Officer. They combined deep sector expertise with a clear understanding of our organisational values, particularly our strong focus on social impact, to deliver several strong candidates. The process was efficient, and we were pleased to secure a candidate of such a high calibre and with very relevant sector knowledge. She is a huge asset to our Excom team.’

Chief of Staff/HR

RBS INTERNATIONAL

1.8

CV to Interview Ratio

28 Days

Time to Hire

Permanent Hires Made

RBS International is the UK’s largest independent depository service provider, holding around 30% of the market and rapidly expanding in Luxembourg. With the scale, experience, and breadth of expertise to support a wide variety of fund structures and asset types, their Luxembourg branch plays a key role in ensuring investors’ money is safeguarded with confidence and without conflict.

In 2024, the firm onboarded Broadgate alongside other new suppliers to help deliver in light of a significant wave of growth hires.

The first release of the seven roles was highly competitive, with multiple agencies on the PSL. Broadgate filled six of them by leveraging our established network in the small but specialised Luxembourg market, underpinned by our confidence in representing RBS International’s unique value proposition.

By building strong communication lines, investing in on-site meetings, and developing a comprehensive understanding of the culture, we quickly became a trusted partner.

Following this success, Broadgate continued to deliver on additional hiring needs, culminating in an exclusive partnership from August 2024.

Roles placed include: Risk Manager, Due Diligence Manager, Depository Manager, and Custody Officer.

TRIODOS BANK

100%

Completion Rate

Risk & Compliance Contractors Placed

Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking. With over 700,000 customers across Europe, Triodos is on a mission to make money work for positive change.

Broadgate’s partnership with Triodos began with a strong value alignment and a shared commitment to responsible business as B Corp accredited organisations.

Broadgate was initially engaged to deliver a business-wide gap analysis of all policies and procedures in reference to local regulators and authorities, including the FCA, HMRC, ICA, and PRA.

We were then given the mandate to make 8 Compliance & Risk placements for interim positions as part of a broader transformation project.

Despite operating in a highly competitive market, Broadgate tapped into an expansive network and strong domain-specific knowledge to deliver the roles with precision and speed, securing all hires within the allotted timeframe.

TURKISH BANK (UK) LTD

Referral

From another client

SMF17

MLRO Role

SMF16

Project Manager Role

We completed an assignment on a regulatory requirement role which cannot be empty for more than 90 days. We were delighted to be referred from another client to Turkish Bank, following excellent feedback.

I had the chance to work with Broadgate and its representatives Ben and Daniel, it is a great experience. They provided a very professional and helpful service.

WEALTHTIME

100%

Completion Rate

CVs Per Role in 24 Hours

1.5

CV to Interview Ratio

Wealthtime are a next-generation investment platform group that combines market-leading technology with best-in-class customer service. With £11bn AUM, 1500 advisory firms, and and 77,000 investors across its platform, it offers a comprehensive investment wrap service.

Facing an urgent need to make hires across Risk, Compliance, and Financial Crime, Wealthtime required specialist interim and permanent recruitment support to srtrengthen its second line of defence and support BAU operations.

The hiring project was run on a non-exclusive basis, with 6 other agencies engaged simultaneously. Despite competing against 5 other agencies, Broadgate leveraged their deep market knowledge and strong compliance and risk networks to source and secure the right talent for 100% of the roles, delivering a Risk specialist, a Compliance Contractor, and a Senior Financial Crime Contractor to cover critical second line functions.

Alongside this Broadgate also made five permanent placements across Compliance and Risk to strengthen long-term capability.

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Connor Nurse

Head of US

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Richard Williams

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LATEST JOBS

London, Greater London, South East, England

IT Security Risk Manager

Permanent£90000 - £97000 per annum

Information & Technology Risk Oversight Lead - InsuranceLondon / but there can be some flexibility on location across the UK - office working 3 days a week.Broadgate Search have been instructed to find an information and technology risk oversight lead on behalf of our client, a leading insurer.This is a key second line of defence position, reporting to the Head of Operational Risk & Internal Control. The successful candidate will provide strategic oversight and challenge over information and technology risks — ensuring they are appropriately identified, assessed, and mitigated in line with Group and regulatory standards.The role offers an opportunity to influence senior stakeholders, contribute to strategic resilience planning, and play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s information risk culture and framework.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and embed an effective information and technology risk framework that aligns with Group and regulatory requirements.Lead the development of the operational and information risk appetite framework, including qualitative statements and quantitative indicators.Provide independent oversight and challenge to first line management on key initiatives relating to information security, technology, and data risks.Deliver second line challenge on major IT and change programmes, ensuring project risk methodologies are robust and effective.Plan and execute a risk-based oversight programme for information risk management, producing high-quality reports and actionable insights.Provide formal second line opinions on information and technology risk management practices and mitigation strategies.Support regulatory change initiatives, including operational resilience and digital operational resilience programmes, ensuring delivery to scope, time, and quality expectations.Review and challenge management information (MI) from the first line to ensure effective monitoring and escalation of technology risks.Represent the second line at key risk and governance forums, providing insight and updates to the Audit, Risk, and Compliance Committees.Contribute to the development and testing of internal controls relating to information risk, data management, and procurement processes.Advise and influence senior management and executives on technology risk and resilience matters.Maintain a strong understanding of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry best practice.Build and maintain strong relationships across Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit, and Group functions to ensure a coordinated approach to oversight.Develop and deliver targeted training and awareness on information and technology risk across the organisation.Experience and QualificationsProven experience within Risk or Audit functions in a regulated environment (financial services or insurance preferred).Degree-level education in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline.Experience delivering resilience-based regulatory programmes (e.g. Operational Resilience, DORA).Recognised professional qualification desirable (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISA).Deep understanding of information and technology risk within financial services, particularly in relation to security and operational resilience.Familiarity with technology risk frameworks such as COBIT, ISF, or ISO 27001.Strong ability to develop and assess risk frameworks, controls, and risk appetite statements.Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.Confident stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively within a matrix structure.Knowledge of the Solvency II environment advantageous but not essential.

Richard Williams

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Greater London, South East, England

Quality Assurance Senior Analyst

Permanent

We are partnered with a high growth bank looking for a Quality Assurance Senior Analyst. The role requires someone will complete quality assurance reviews to ensure policies and procedures are being followed. Responsibilities include Conduct quality assurance reviews across operational areas, including Customer Service, Payments, and Financial IntelligenceAssess adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards through detailed case file and process reviewsIdentify risks, control gaps, and areas for improvement, providing clear recommendations to enhance quality and efficiencyPrepare management information and quality reporting for senior leadership and committee reviewDeliver feedback and support training initiatives to improve performance and reinforce best practicesContribute to the ongoing development of a robust quality control framework and continuous improvement culture Requirements Proven experience in Operational Quality Assurance within a financial institution or similar regulated environmentStrong understanding of the UK financial services regulatory landscapeSkilled in providing structured feedback and producing management information for senior stakeholdersExcellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work independently with minimal supervisionCollaborative approach with strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement Apply with us today!

Daniel Tapsell

Posted 2 days ago

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Texas, United States

Fraud Analytics Sr Analyst

Permanent$135000 per annum

About the Company:Our client is a fast-growing financial technology company providing credit and financial wellness products across the consumer and lending ecosystem. The organization leverages data, analytics, and modern technology to expand responsible access to credit and improve customer experience.Role Overview:The Senior Fraud Analytics Analyst will play a key role in detecting, preventing, and mitigating fraud across the company’s financial products. This individual will leverage data-driven insights, advanced analytics, and modeling to identify patterns of suspicious behavior and implement effective fraud prevention strategies. The role requires close partnership with risk, operations, compliance, and technology teams to develop scalable solutions that protect both customers and the business.Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and refine fraud detection models, rules, and monitoring systems across multiple products and channels.Conduct deep-dive analytics to identify emerging fraud patterns, trends, and vulnerabilities.Build dashboards, reports, and performance metrics to track fraud losses, detection rates, and operational effectiveness.Partner with data engineering and product teams to improve data pipelines, signal quality, and alert response times.Collaborate with risk and operations to translate analytics into actionable controls, case triage workflows, and policy updates.Use experimentation and model validation to improve detection accuracy and minimize false positives.Stay informed on new fraud tactics, regulatory changes, and best practices in digital fraud prevention.Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the continued development of the fraud analytics function.Qualifications:Required:Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, or a related field.5+ years of experience in fraud analytics, credit risk, or related analytical roles within financial services or fintech.Proficiency in SQL for data manipulation and analysis; strong experience in Python or R for modeling.Demonstrated experience building and maintaining fraud detection models or rules-based systems.Solid understanding of key fraud concepts (application fraud, synthetic identities, chargebacks, transaction monitoring).Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.Preferred:Familiarity with fraud prevention platforms, third-party data providers, or digital identity solutions.Experience in lending, payments, or consumer credit environments.Knowledge of big data and cloud analytics tools (e.g., AWS, GCP, Snowflake, Spark).Experience mentoring junior analysts or leading small project teams.What’s on Offer:Opportunity to shape the fraud analytics strategy within a growing fintech organization.Competitive compensation and benefits package.Exposure to advanced data environments and cross-functional collaboration.Supportive culture focused on innovation, analytics, and continuous learning.

Connor Nurse

Posted 3 days ago

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Risk Analyst

Permanent€40000 - €50000 per annum

Risk AnalystLife InsuranceDublin - Hybrid Working - 2 days on-site40-50k I've partnered with one of my leading clients who are looking to add a Risk Analyst to their team in Dublin. The business has seen some exciting growth throughout 2025 and that looks set to continue into the future. They need people to protect the business while it continues to grow, that's where you come in!You'll work within a strong team where you will have opportunities to grow and learn as you develop your risk career.Your Role:Support in the delivery of key reporting requirements including ORSA, SFCR etcConduct Risk assessments and controls testingReview policies and proceduresRepresent the risk function in various working groups across the businessAbout You:Previous experience working within risk - 1-3 years experience ideallyExperience working with life insurance - MUST HAVEProactive and eager to learnReach out to me if you would be interested in hearing more about this fantastic opportunity! darren.hogan@broadgatesearch.com

Darren Hogan

Posted 4 days ago

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United States

Third Party Risk Manager

Permanent$150000 per annum

Third Party Risk ManagerThe Third-Party Risk Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and leading a best-in-class framework to manage vendor and third-party relationships across the organization. This role will oversee the full lifecycle of third-party risk management, from onboarding and due diligence to monitoring, reporting, and offboarding.This role can be based in a number of locations across the US including New York, Texas, Boston, Chicago, Charlotte, AustinKey Responsibilities:Design and implement a comprehensive third-party risk management framework, encompassing vendor identification, evaluation, contracting, monitoring, and reporting.Own the end-to-end third-party lifecycle process, including onboarding, risk tiering, contract reviews, ongoing monitoring, and exit strategies.Partner with first-line business units to provide guidance and oversight during third-party assessments, embedding sound risk practices and recommending effective controls.Manage and respond to third-party related incidents and issues, including escalation and remediation planning.Develop and maintain third-party risk policies, standards, procedures, training materials, key risk indicators (KRIs), and key performance indicators (KPIs).Conduct in-depth reviews of business processes to evaluate control effectiveness and report findings to oversight committees and stakeholders.Lead and document due diligence processes, including questionnaires, risk reviews, and control evaluations.Promote awareness and education around third-party risk management best practices.Ensure quality standards are met in the creation and maintenance of program documentation.Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and other teams to address regulatory expectations and requirements.Serve as a liaison with auditors, regulators, and other external stakeholders regarding risk management practices and compliance matters.Identify, track, and escalate vendor-related incidents or issues, ensuring timely remediation.Qualifications:7–10 years of experience in third-party risk management, vendor governance, or enterprise risk.Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).Demonstrated experience in developing and managing enterprise-level third-party risk programs.Strong understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks and industry standards.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to build and present executive-level reporting, including dashboards, risk heatmaps, and KPI/KRI summaries.Working knowledge of commercial insurance is a plus.Technical Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Experience with third-party risk assessment platforms (e.g., OneTrust, AuditBoard).Familiarity with GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) systems implementation.

Connor Nurse

Posted 8 days ago

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Tower of London, Greater London, South East, England

Senior Risk Manager - Distribution Insurance

Permanent£75000 - £90000 per annum

Senior Risk Manager - Distribution - InsuranceLocation: Flexible across the UK (office attendance minimum 2 days per week)Salary: £75,000-£90,000 depending on experienceAbout the RoleWe’re looking for an experienced Senior Distribution Risk Manager to help make risk management simple, clear, and effective across our commercial business. Reporting to the Head of Operational Risk, you’ll lead a small team of risk professionals and work closely with colleagues across all lines of defence to embed the enterprise risk framework within underwriting and distribution activities.This is a senior and highly visible role, offering the opportunity to shape risk culture, strengthen governance, and drive continuous improvement across a diverse set of commercial operations.What You’ll Be DoingLead and develop a team of Distribution & Underwriting Risk Consultants.Support the implementation and ongoing embedding of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework across distribution and underwriting functions.Work closely with first-line business leaders to identify, assess, and manage operational and commercial risks.Provide expert risk guidance on delegated authorities, intermediated trading, and direct distribution activities.Oversee the onboarding and monitoring of delegated authority arrangements and ensure compliance with relevant policies.Deliver timely, insightful risk reporting and MI to senior stakeholders to inform effective decision-making.Support and coordinate internal reviews and audits, ensuring robust management action plans are in place.Promote a strong risk culture and drive risk maturity through training, coaching, and practical guidance.What We’re Looking ForStrong background in operational risk management within insurance or financial services.Excellent understanding of distribution and underwriting processes, including delegated authority arrangements.Proven ability to communicate complex risk concepts in a clear and accessible way.Experience leading or coaching others in a risk or governance environment.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.Working knowledge of FCA/PRA regulations and conduct/operational risk requirements.Commercial, pragmatic, and delivery-focused mindset with the ability to influence at senior levels.

Richard Williams

Posted 8 days ago

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Texas, United States

Chief Risk Officer

Permanent

Executive Vice President, Head of Risk As EVP, Head of Risk, you will be the architect of the enterprise risk strategy—owning credit risk, model governance, compliance oversight, and the integration of data science with business strategy. You’ll lead a dynamic team of credit analysts and quantitative specialists while partnering closely with executive leadership to shape everything from pricing models to securitization strategies. Your mission: safeguard the business, unlock opportunity, and future-proof the company’s risk posture as it scales. This is an on-site position. Key Responsibilities Risk Strategy & ExecutionLead credit risk, decision science, and compliance strategy across the full consumer loan lifecycle.Drive portfolio performance and pricing optimization through advanced analytics, robust modeling, and data-backed insights.Partner with finance and capital markets on structured finance, securitizations, and warehouse lending.Team LeadershipOversee and expand a team of 8–15 professionals across Credit Risk and Quantitative Risk.Foster a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, innovation, and collaboration.Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, reporting directly to senior management.Technology & InnovationImplement AI and machine learning models to enhance underwriting, fraud detection, and servicing.Champion automation, dashboarding, and predictive analytics to modernize the risk function.Govern model development and validation with rigor aligned to regulatory and investor expectations.Governance & Stakeholder EngagementDesign and enforce the organization’s Three Lines of Defense framework.Lead internal risk committees and represent the risk function to external stakeholders (investors, auditors, regulators).Translate complex analytics into actionable executive-level insights and recommendations.Qualifications10+ years in credit risk, structured finance, or quantitative analytics, ideally within consumer lending or auto finance.Proven experience in subprime or near-prime markets, credit modeling, and risk-based pricing.Executive-level communication skills with the ability to bridge technical and strategic discussions.Strong technical background with familiarity in machine learning, predictive modeling, and risk technology platforms.Preferred credentials: FRM, CFA, CPA, or advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or Data Science.

Connor Nurse

Posted 9 days ago

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Business Risk Manager

Permanent€48000 - €55000 per annum

Business Risk ManagerWealth ManagementDublin - Hybrid Working 48-55k for 4 Day Week (equivalent to 60-68k for a 5 Day week)Really interesting role for someone is interested in building strong relationships with the business and managing risk within the 1st line. This role also offers great flexibility as it's being offered on a 4 day work week.Your Role: Build and maintain strong relationships with the Front office teamProvide risk support to the business, answering any queries that relate to 1st line operations and business enablementEnsure a strong standard of governance across the 1st lineSupport in implementing risk policies Review existing risk processes and seek to make improvements where possibleAbout You:Proven history of being able to build and manage relationships across the businessExperience working in risk - either in the 1st or 2nd lineExperience working within financial services - preferably a MiFID background but open to relevant areasReach out if you would like to hear more about this role - darren.hogan@broadgatesearch.com

Darren Hogan

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