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Senior Operational Risk Manager - £85,000-£95,000Location: Milton Keynes / LondonBroadgate Search are proud to be working on a retained basis with our client, a leading UK regulated financial services organisation, to appoint a Senior Operational Risk Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and play a key role in strengthening operational risk oversight across technology, data, cyber and transformation.The OpportunityAs an Operational Risk Manager, you will work with the Head of Operational Risk in delivering effective oversight, challenge and advice on operational risks. Our client is seeking an Operational Resilience expert that has first hand experience with maturing Data and Technology infrastructure. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across Technology, Claims, Operations and HR, helping to shape risk appetite, provide meaningful MI, and deliver assurance activity on the organisation’s key risk exposures.This role offers the chance to work at both enterprise and directorate levels, providing oversight across a wide range of operational risks, while contributing to the development of a strong, pragmatic risk culture that balances innovation and sustainability.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with senior stakeholders to oversee and challenge technology, cyber, data and transformation risks.Support the development of operational risk appetite, profiles, and reporting to Executive committees.Deliver robust assurance activity including governance forums, stakeholder engagement, and deep dives.Monitor enterprise-wide operational risk exposures against appetite, escalating issues as appropriate.Produce high-quality, data-driven MI and reporting for Executive and Board audiences.Promote a strong risk and control culture that enables innovation and flexibility.About YouWe are looking for someone with:At least 5 years’ experience overseeing operational risk (including cyber, technology, data and transformation).Experience in digital/technology transformations and delivering at pace.Strong skills in producing data-driven risk MI and assurance opinions.Experience writing reports for Executive and Board-level stakeholders.If you would like to have a conversation about this then please forward your cv for consideration

Credit Risk Manager – 2nd line Risk - SME Banking West Midlands | HybridYou'll be front and centre of the direction of Credit Risk at the most pivitol time of the banks growth.  The successful candidate will be joining one of the UK’s most credible purpose-led commercial banks during a major scaling phase.This is a bank large enough to matter, yet agile enough for your work to have genuine influence. The organisation is entering a pivotal stage of evolution across risk, governance, and portfolio complexity as its lending book increases and the banks scales.Their lending supports sectors including development finance, healthcare, housing, community infrastructure, ethical banking, and social enterprise — creating a business model rooted in long-term value rather than short-term consumer churn.With a very strong capital position and lending growth significantly up year-on-year, this is a rare opportunity to help shape credit risk strategy within a scaling balance sheet environment. The OpportunityReporting into the Head of Credit Risk, the Credit Risk Manager will play a key role in protecting the bank’s capital position while supporting sustainable commercial growth.You’ll work closely with underwriting, commercial and finance teams to assess and evolve risk appetite, strengthen governance frameworks, enhance lending policies, and identify emerging portfolio risks as the business continues to scale.This role offers significant visibility across the bank and the opportunity to influence risk strategy at a critical growth stage. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the development of credit risk appetite, frameworks and governance Partner with commercial and underwriting teams to optimise lending decisionsAssess acquisition and customer management strategies across SME lending portfoliosEnhance lending policies, scoring models and credit risk frameworksDeliver portfolio analysis, stress testing and emerging risk insightProduce MI and reporting packs for senior stakeholdersEnsure alignment with FCA, PRA and IFRS9 regulatory requirements What We’re Looking For5 years’ experience within credit risk and/or credit analysis in bankingSME lending experience essentialStrong analytical and data interrogation capabilityAdvanced Excel and financial modelling skillsAbility to translate technical risk analysis into commercial insightPragmatic, commercially minded and intellectually curious approach Why Join?One of the UK’s most differentiated purpose-led lendersCommercial growth with genuine social impactOpportunity to influence risk appetite during a major scaling phaseStrong profitability and capital strengthMore autonomy, exposure and visibility than a large incumbent bankESG genuinely embedded into decision making and culture If you’re looking for a role where you can combine commercial credit expertise with meaningful impact — while helping shape the future of a growing bank, then apply now and we’ll be in touch.

Relationship Manager – Abu DhabiWe are working with a leading financial services and digital assets firm seeking an experienced Relationship Manager to join its growing Abu Dhabi team.This role offers the opportunity to manage and develop high-value client relationships across the UAE and wider GCC region. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting them throughout the entire lifecycle, from onboarding and account management through to identifying new business opportunities and delivering exceptional service.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild, manage, and grow relationships with existing clients, ensuring a high level of service and engagement.Identify opportunities to expand client portfolios through cross-selling and up-selling relevant financial and digital asset solutions.Manage the end-to-end client journey, including onboarding, account maintenance, and ongoing relationship management.Work closely with Business Development teams to convert prospective clients into long-term relationships.Develop a strong understanding of the firm's product offering and market developments within financial services and digital assets.Support client onboarding by reviewing complex ownership structures, documentation, and regulatory requirements.Maintain accurate client records, pipeline activity, and management reporting.Ensure adherence to all internal policies, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards.RequirementsExperience in relationship management, private banking, wealth management, corporate banking, fintech, or digital asset businesses.Strong client-facing skills with a proven ability to build and maintain long-term relationships.Understanding of onboarding processes, KYC requirements, and client documentation within regulated financial environments.Established network across family offices, high-net-worth individuals, asset managers, hedge funds, or corporate clients would be advantageous.Strong interest in financial markets, digital assets, and emerging financial technologies.Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.Fluent English is required; Arabic would be advantageous but is not essential.DesirableExisting relationships within the UAE and GCC financial services ecosystem.Experience working with digital assets, crypto-related businesses, or alternative investments.Knowledge of regional regulatory frameworks and client onboarding requirements.

Executive Director, Institutional & B2B SalesWe are partnering with a fast-growing financial services organisation to appoint an Executive Director, Institutional & B2B Sales. This is a senior commercial leadership role focused on driving institutional growth, building strategic partnerships, and expanding the firm's presence across banking, asset management, corporate, and digital asset markets.The successful candidate will lead complex sales initiatives, manage key institutional relationships, and work closely with executive stakeholders to deliver scalable business growth.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development & Market ExpansionDevelop and execute the institutional and B2B growth strategy across private banks, pension funds, institutional investors, and corporate clients.Identify, originate, and secure strategic partnerships and large-scale distribution opportunities.Lead complex sales cycles from prospecting through to negotiation, contracting, and onboarding.Manage and oversee high-value RFP and tender processes.Relationship & Account ManagementAct as the senior point of contact for key institutional clients and strategic partners.Drive revenue growth through effective account planning and relationship development.Maintain strong engagement with senior decision-makers and executive stakeholders.Cross-Functional LeadershipCoordinate with Operations, Compliance, Risk, Product, and Technology teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and service delivery.Support the development of scalable processes and operating models to facilitate growth.Champion client-centric improvements across onboarding, servicing, and digital channels.Strategic Projects & Executive EngagementLead major partnership implementations, integrations, and strategic growth initiatives.Work closely with executive leadership on business development priorities and long-term commercial strategy.Represent the business in senior-level client, industry, and stakeholder engagements.RequirementsDegree in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.10 years' experience in institutional sales, business development, or relationship management within banking, financial services, fintech, or digital assets.Strong understanding of institutional markets and experience selling complex financial solutions.Established network across institutional investors, private banks, asset managers, corporates, or digital asset ecosystems.Proven track record of winning and managing large-scale institutional relationships and strategic partnerships.Experience leading complex RFPs, negotiations, and onboarding processes.Strong executive presence with the ability to influence C-suite and Board-level stakeholders.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.DesirableCFA, CAIA, or equivalent professional qualification.Experience within digital assets, crypto markets, or emerging financial technologies.Background in management consulting, strategy consulting, or corporate strategy.Experience leading cross-functional transformation or growth projects in regulated environments.

Executive Director, Institutional & B2B SalesWe are partnering with a fast-growing financial services organisation to appoint an Executive Director, Institutional & B2B Sales. This is a senior commercial leadership role focused on driving institutional growth, building strategic partnerships, and expanding the firm's presence across banking, asset management, corporate, and digital asset markets.The successful candidate will lead complex sales initiatives, manage key institutional relationships, and work closely with executive stakeholders to deliver scalable business growth.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development & Market ExpansionDevelop and execute the institutional and B2B growth strategy across private banks, pension funds, institutional investors, and corporate clients.Identify, originate, and secure strategic partnerships and large-scale distribution opportunities.Lead complex sales cycles from prospecting through to negotiation, contracting, and onboarding.Manage and oversee high-value RFP and tender processes.Relationship & Account ManagementAct as the senior point of contact for key institutional clients and strategic partners.Drive revenue growth through effective account planning and relationship development.Maintain strong engagement with senior decision-makers and executive stakeholders.Cross-Functional LeadershipCoordinate with Operations, Compliance, Risk, Product, and Technology teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and service delivery.Support the development of scalable processes and operating models to facilitate growth.Champion client-centric improvements across onboarding, servicing, and digital channels.Strategic Projects & Executive EngagementLead major partnership implementations, integrations, and strategic growth initiatives.Work closely with executive leadership on business development priorities and long-term commercial strategy.Represent the business in senior-level client, industry, and stakeholder engagements.RequirementsDegree in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.10 years' experience in institutional sales, business development, or relationship management within banking, financial services, fintech, or digital assets.Strong understanding of institutional markets and experience selling complex financial solutions.Established network across institutional investors, private banks, asset managers, corporates, or digital asset ecosystems.Proven track record of winning and managing large-scale institutional relationships and strategic partnerships.Experience leading complex RFPs, negotiations, and onboarding processes.Strong executive presence with the ability to influence C-suite and Board-level stakeholders.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.DesirableCFA, CAIA, or equivalent professional qualification.Experience within digital assets, crypto markets, or emerging financial technologies.Background in management consulting, strategy consulting, or corporate strategy.Experience leading cross-functional transformation or growth projects in regulated environments.

Head of Financial CrimeWe are partnering with an innovative financial institution operating at the intersection of traditional banking and digital assets to appoint a Head of Financial Crime.This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Financial Crime professional to shape and oversee a comprehensive compliance framework across AML, sanctions, fraud prevention, customer due diligence, and transaction monitoring. You will work closely with executive leadership, regulators, and product teams to ensure a strong and scalable control environment within a rapidly evolving sector.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and enhance the organisation’s Financial Crime framework across AML, CTF, sanctions, fraud, and anti-bribery controls.Ensure compliance with Swiss regulatory requirements and relevant international financial crime standards.Oversee Financial Crime operations including transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, investigations, and KYC/CDD/EDD processes.Manage complex investigations involving both traditional financial products and digital assets, including regulatory reporting obligations.Drive the development and optimisation of monitoring, screening, and blockchain analytics capabilities.Conduct risk assessments and strengthen policies, procedures, and controls to address emerging financial crime risks.Provide regular reporting and strategic guidance to senior management and board-level stakeholders.Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Financial Crime team while promoting a strong culture of compliance across the business.Requirements10 years' experience in Financial Crime Compliance, AML/CTF, Fraud, or Regulatory Compliance within banking, fintech, or digital asset environments.Proven leadership experience managing Financial Crime programmes and teams.Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and a recognised professional qualification such as CAMS, ICA, or CFCS.Fluent English and strong German language skills.Strong knowledge of Swiss regulatory requirements, international AML standards, and financial crime risk management.Experience with transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, blockchain analytics, and crypto-related risk controls.Demonstrated ability to engage with regulators, manage audits, and present to senior executive stakeholders.Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.DesirableMaster's degree and/or additional compliance certifications.Experience within digital banking, cryptocurrency, blockchain, or emerging digital asset ecosystems.

Audit Manager Glasgow | Hybrid Working Lead, Develop and Grow Within a High-Performing Audit Team An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Manager to join a growing and ambitious audit team in Glasgow. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charities while leading audit engagements, developing team members and building long-term client relationships. Working as part of a collaborative leadership team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services, supporting the development of junior colleagues and contributing to the continued success and growth of the audit practice. The position operates within a flexible hybrid working model, with regular presence across the Glasgow office, client sites and the wider Glasgow and Edinburgh audit region. The Opportunity This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to take ownership of a client portfolio while developing their leadership, commercial and business development capabilities. You will work closely with Partners and Directors, helping to drive client service excellence, team development and continued growth across the audit practice. Key ResponsibilitiesManage audit engagements from planning through to completionLead and oversee a portfolio of audit clientsBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsReview audit work and ensure technical excellence across engagementsCoach, mentor and develop junior team membersSupport the development and performance of direct reportsManage multiple engagements simultaneouslyEnsure assignments are delivered to the highest quality standardsMonitor engagement profitability, budgets and delivery timelinesIdentify opportunities to support clients through additional servicesContribute to networking, relationship-building and business development activitiesWork closely with Partners and Directors to support strategic growth initiativesEssential RequirementsACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualificationExternal audit experience gained within practiceSignificant post-qualified audit experienceProven experience managing audit portfoliosStrong client-facing and stakeholder management skillsExperience coaching, mentoring and developing team membersStrong technical audit knowledgeExcellent organisational and project management skillsAbility to manage multiple engagements and competing prioritiesDesirable ExperienceExperience working with commercial, owner-managed business and charity clientsExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience reviewing and signing off work produced by junior auditorsStrong commercial awareness and profitability management experienceWhat's on OfferComprehensive benefits packagePrivate Medical InsuranceEnhanced family leave policiesCompetitive pension schemeLife assurance and Death in Service benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePaid volunteering dayHybrid and agile working environmentModern office facilitiesOngoing professional development and leadership training

Audit Advisor Glasgow | Hybrid Working Build Your Career in a Growing Audit Team An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Audit Advisor to join a high-performing and expanding audit team in Glasgow. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charities while taking ownership of audit engagements and developing your leadership skills within a collaborative and supportive environment. The position operates within a flexible hybrid working model, with approximately 70% of time spent on client sites across Central Scotland and the remainder split between the Glasgow office and home working. The Opportunity This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified accountant or someone with up to two years' post-qualified experience looking to take the next step in their audit career. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality audits from planning through to completion, acting as a trusted point of contact for clients and supporting the development of junior team members. Key ResponsibilitiesLead audit assignments from planning through to completionTake responsibility for audit fieldwork and engagement deliveryAct as the primary client contact throughout audit engagementsAttend planning, fieldwork and clearance meetingsReview draft accounts and resolve client queriesCoach, support and coordinate junior team membersManage multiple audit engagements simultaneouslyDeliver assignments within agreed budgets, deadlines and quality standardsDevelop commercial awareness around WIP, recoveries and fee managementBuild strong client relationships and identify opportunities to support clients further. Essential RequirementsACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualificationExternal audit experience gained within practiceStrong end-to-end audit experienceExperience working directly with clientsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsStrong technical audit knowledgeDesirable ExperienceExposure to IFRS and UK GAAPCharity sector audit experienceMid-market client exposurePrevious experience leading or mentoring junior team membersWhat's on OfferComprehensive benefits packagePrivate Medical InsuranceEnhanced family leave policiesCompetitive pension schemeLife assurance and Death in Service benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePaid volunteering dayHybrid and agile working environmentModern office facilitiesOngoing professional development and training