Richard Nugent MBA
About Richard Nugent MBA
Richard Nugent is a Solution Specialist Manager in Consumer Risk at illion, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in risk management and sales, having held various managerial roles in the financial sector since 1999.
Current Role at Illion
Richard Nugent serves as the Solution Specialist Manager for Consumer Risk at illion, a position he has held since 2019. Based in Sydney, Australia, he collaborates with illion's sales and account management teams to improve client risk management and enhance customer experience. His responsibilities include overseeing the consumer credit bureau and managing identification and financial verification software. He specializes in reducing credit and fraud risks while identifying new lending opportunities for clients. Additionally, he ensures compliance with customer identification and verification requirements.
Previous Experience in Consumer Risk Management
Prior to his role at illion, Richard Nugent accumulated extensive experience in the financial sector. He worked at National Mortgage Brokers as a Manager from 2014 to 2019, focusing on aggregation in NSW and ACT. Before that, he served as Sales Manager at Omega Performance from 1999 to 2006 and at PEPworldwide (Australia) Pty Ltd from 2006 to 2008. He also founded and directed Esquared from 2008 to 2014, gaining valuable insights into consumer risk management and sales strategies.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Richard Nugent earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management, completing his studies from 1998 to 1999. He also studied at Newcastle from 1984 to 1986. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in consumer risk management and financial services, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge.
Expertise in Risk Management and Compliance
Richard Nugent specializes in reducing credit and fraud risks, which is critical in the financial services industry. His expertise includes identifying new lending opportunities for clients and ensuring compliance with customer identification and verification requirements. His role at illion emphasizes the importance of effective risk management strategies in enhancing client relationships and maintaining regulatory standards.