Rachel Bentley
About Rachel Bentley
Rachel Bentley serves as the Head of Strategic Analysis at Callsign, where she leads global engagement with regulators and industry bodies. With a background in banking risk management and fintech, she has extensive experience advising financial institutions and driving strategic initiatives.
Current Role at Callsign
Rachel Bentley serves as the Head of Strategic Analysis at Callsign, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she leads the company's engagement with regulators, government, and industry bodies on a global scale. Bentley drives strategic initiatives within the financial services, government, and merchant sectors, aligning them with Callsign's growth strategy. Her leadership is focused on enhancing the company's position and fostering relationships that support its objectives.
Previous Experience at KPMG UK
Prior to her current role, Rachel Bentley worked at KPMG UK for a total of nine years in various capacities. She began as a Banking Risk Manager from 2009 to 2014, where she advised investment and retail banks on risk management and compliance functions. She then transitioned to the role of Fintech Senior Manager from 2015 to 2019, managing KPMG UK's fintech sector client base and assisting both startups and established fintech companies. Bentley also contributed as a subject matter expert, helping founders and management teams scale their businesses.
Role at Confederation of British Industry
Rachel Bentley worked as a Special Projects Manager at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) from 2014 to 2015. In this role, she led the response to the EU's Capital Markets Union on behalf of CBI members. Her work involved strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders to address regulatory changes impacting the financial sector.
Educational Background
Rachel Bentley studied at the University of Birmingham, where she earned an MSci in Physics from 2005 to 2009. Prior to her university education, she attended Newstead Wood School for Girls from 1998 to 2005. Her academic background provided a strong foundation for her analytical skills and understanding of complex systems, which she applies in her professional roles.