John Maycock
About John Maycock
John Maycock is an Embedded Risk Manager at Investec in London, England, where he has worked since 2020. He specializes in investigating operational risk events and advising on risk mitigation strategies.
Work at Investec
John Maycock has been serving as an Embedded Risk Manager at Investec since 2020, based in London, England. In this role, he is responsible for investigating and reviewing root cause analyses for operational risk events and near misses. He supports both front and back office teams by advising on risk mitigation strategies. Additionally, he produces management information reporting that provides insights into operational performance, risks, and controls. Prior to his current position, he worked briefly as an Equity Research Team Assistant at Investec in 2020.
Education and Expertise
John Maycock studied Mechanical Engineering at The University of Manchester, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) with Honours from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role in risk management. He also attended Dame Alice Owen's School from 2003 to 2011, completing his secondary education.
Background
Before joining Investec, John Maycock gained practical experience through a Trainee Internship at Christ Church Cambridge from 2016 to 2018. This role allowed him to develop skills relevant to his career in risk management. He also worked as a university department tour guide at The University of Manchester for eight months in 2015 to 2016, enhancing his communication and presentation skills.
Risk Management Responsibilities
In his role as Embedded Risk Manager, John Maycock facilitates risk assessments through workshops, deep dives, and control mapping exercises. His responsibilities include investigating operational risk events and conducting thorough analyses to identify root causes. He plays a key role in advising teams on effective risk mitigation strategies, contributing to the overall risk management framework within the organization.