Colin Cheek
About Colin Cheek
Colin Cheek is a Risk Manager at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in operational risk management and internal audit, having held various positions at notable companies such as Aviva plc and KPMG.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Colin Cheek has been employed at Nationwide Building Society as a Risk Manager since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's risk management processes. His work involves providing regular reporting on the risk profile to colleagues and stakeholders, ensuring that the institution maintains a robust understanding of its risk landscape. He operates from Swindon, United Kingdom, contributing to the financial stability and operational integrity of the society.
Previous Experience at Aviva plc
Colin Cheek held multiple positions at Aviva plc from 2005 to 2012. He served as Head of Group Financial Controls from 2007 to 2011, where he managed financial control processes. Following this, he was the Head of Group Centre Operational Risk for one year in 2011-2012, focusing on operational risk management. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Finance Manager - Risk & Control and as an Audit Manager at Aviva Investors, accumulating extensive experience in risk and financial management.
Education and Expertise
Colin Cheek earned his MBA from the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School, completing his studies from 2002 to 2010. He also holds a BA (Hons) from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, which he obtained from 1984 to 1987. His educational background supports his expertise in operational risk management, operational audit, and financial control, including compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
Career at KPMG and Other Roles
Colin Cheek worked at KPMG as a Principal Advisor in Risk Consulting for one year from 2012 to 2013. His career also includes roles at UnumProvident as an Audit Manager from 2000 to 2004, and at Legal & General, where he served as a Senior Auditor and Project Manager between 1997 and 2000. His diverse experience in internal audit, risk, and project management spans both financial services and the UK public sector.
Specializations in Risk Management
Colin Cheek specializes in operational risk management, operational audit, and financial control. His expertise includes ensuring compliance with SOX regulations and partnering with stakeholders in Finance & Treasury to help them understand and manage their risks effectively. His extensive experience in these areas contributes to his capability in providing strategic insights into risk management practices.