Christopher Loo
About Christopher Loo
Christopher Loo is a Director of Risk Strategy & Technology at KPMG Australia, with extensive experience in global financial services across South Africa, the USA, the UK, and Australia. He has held various leadership positions in risk management at notable organizations, including UBS Wealth Management and Westpac Group.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Christopher Loo serves as the Director of Risk Strategy & Technology at KPMG Australia since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing risk management strategies that align with client needs. His responsibilities include overseeing risk assessments and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Christopher Loo has extensive experience in global financial services, having worked in four countries: South Africa, USA, UK, and Australia. His career includes significant roles at UBS Wealth Management, where he held various director positions, and at Westpac Group, where he served as Head of Operational Risk and Executive Manager of Wealth Assurance.
Educational Background and Early Career
Christopher Loo began his career at EY, where he worked as an Accountant and in External Audit Assurance from 1998 to 2000 in South Africa and from 2000 to 2001 in San Jose, California. He later joined PwC, focusing on Mergers & Acquisitions Transaction Due Diligence Services from 2003 to 2005 in London.
Expertise in Risk Management
Christopher Loo specializes in designing and implementing risk solutions tailored to client needs. He possesses a strong background in both the first line and second line of defense in risk management, emphasizing conduct and cultural change within organizations. His ability to balance risk versus reward has led to practical and innovative solutions in his roles.
Notable Positions in Risk and Compliance
Throughout his career, Christopher Loo has held notable positions in risk and compliance, including Director of Credit Risk at Fitch Ratings and various roles at UBS Wealth Management, including Director of Business Risk & Regulatory Management. His experience spans operational risk control and regulatory compliance, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the financial services landscape.