Investec – Where Out of the Ordinary Happens

At Investec, we do things differently. We're a leading international bank and wealth manager built on a culture of curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit and human connection. Ideas are heard, ambition is celebrated, and impact is encouraged. As part of a team that challenges convention and strives for outperformance, you'll help shape bold solutions for clients who expect something more than the ordinary.

The Credit Technology team develops and supports the platforms, data and analytics that enable Investec to assess, monitor and manage risk across the bank. Working closely with Risk, Lending, Finance, Regulatory Reporting and Technology teams, we deliver trusted data, modern technology solutions and robust governance that support informed decision-making and regulatory compliance.

As we continue to modernise our data landscape, we're looking for a Head of Risk Data to shape and execute the risk data strategy, strengthen data governance, and help unlock greater value from our data.

What will I be doing?

As Head of Risk Data, you will own and drive Investec's Risk Data strategy, leading the evolution of our risk data capabilities across governance, architecture, quality and regulatory compliance. You'll ensure that risk and financial decision-making is underpinned by trusted, well-governed data while shaping the future of our risk data landscape. You'll work across Technology, Data & Analytics, Architecture, Data Governance and Operational teams to improve data quality, strengthen governance frameworks and drive the modernisation of risk data platforms.

Key responsibilities include:

• Defining and delivering the Risk Data strategy in alignment with the wider Data & Analytics vision.
• Leading initiatives that improve data quality, integrity, security and governance across the Risk domain.
• Partnering with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for better data-driven decision-making.
• Providing leadership and direction to data and technology teams, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
• Influencing and aligning distributed data domain teams around common standards and strategic objectives.
• Supporting the modernisation of risk systems, data architecture and governance practices.
• Ensuring risk data capabilities remain aligned to evolving regulatory requirements.
• Building strong relationships across business and technology teams to drive successful outcomes.

What do I need to bring?

We're looking for an experienced data and risk leader with strong domain expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to influence across a complex organisation.

You'll bring:

• Deep experience within Risk Management, including:
• Credit Risk
• Capital at Risk
• Balance Sheet Risk
• Market Risk
• Exposure to Model Risk, Fraud Risk and/or Operational Risk would be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape, including IFRS 9, Basel 3.1 and IRB requirements.
• Experience developing and executing enterprise-wide data strategies.
• A proven track record of improving data governance, quality and control frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working with modern data and analytics technologies, including Power BI and Microsoft Fabric.
• A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach to delivery.
• A passion for using data to create business value and improve decision-making.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• A commitment to acting with integrity, treating customers fairly and upholding Consumer Duty principles

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote. We believe that being together enables us to live our values and support our clients and communities in an extraordinary way.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work. You can find a list of our benefits here

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation. We believe that innovation thrives when everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to contribute.

We actively seek out diverse talent and foster an inclusive environment, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Here, you'll find networks, benefits, and development opportunities designed to support your career journey, wherever it may lead.

If this role excites you but you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we are looking for.  Get in touch!

At Investec, we're deeply invested in our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. It's more than a mindset; it's how we show up every day.

Be part of something Out of the Ordinary.

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