Colin Orkney
About Colin Orkney
Colin Orkney serves as the Programme Director for Operating Model & Controls, Basel 3 at HSBC, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in finance and risk management, previously working at the Royal Bank of Scotland in various senior roles for over two decades.
Work at HSBC
Colin Orkney has been serving as Programme Director, Operating Model & Controls, Basel 3 at HSBC since 2020. His role involves overseeing the implementation of Basel 3 regulations and ensuring compliance across the organization. Prior to this position, he held various roles at HSBC, including Programme & Portfolio Delivery Lead Manager and Head of Demand. His experience at HSBC spans multiple projects focused on operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Previous Experience at Royal Bank of Scotland
Colin Orkney worked at the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) for over 14 years in various leadership roles. He served as Head of Internal Audit (Functions) from 1990 to 2004, where he was responsible for audit assurance across central functions. He later took on the role of Head of Risk Assurance & Regulatory Reporting from 2006 to 2010, managing relationships with the Financial Services Authority and the Bank of England. His final role at RBS was as Head of Finance Lean Practice from 2010 to 2014, where he collaborated with consultant teams from McKinsey & Co and PWC.
Education and Expertise
Colin Orkney studied at MCIBS, where he gained foundational knowledge in finance and banking. His expertise encompasses operational risk, regulatory reporting, and compliance frameworks. He has managed significant projects, including the design of a compliance framework across more than 50 countries for a major global bank. His experience in leading strategic change initiatives has positioned him as a knowledgeable figure in the financial services sector.
Achievements in Operational Excellence
Colin Orkney has led a global strategic change and operational excellence programme with a budget exceeding £60 million. His leadership in the Lean Practice at RBS involved managing teams across multiple countries, including the UK, Singapore, India, and the USA. He has a proven track record of implementing compliance and operational frameworks that enhance efficiency and regulatory adherence in large financial institutions.
Role as Company Director
Colin Orkney served as Company Director at ORKNEY 67 LIMITED from 2016 to 2017. In this capacity, he contributed to the strategic direction and management of the company. His role involved overseeing operational functions and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, further showcasing his extensive experience in governance and operational management.