Derek Valentine
About Derek Valentine
Derek Valentine is a Risk Lead at Nationwide Building Society, specializing in secured and prudential risk oversight. He has over 30 years of experience in the financial sector, including significant roles at Lloyds Banking Group and Northern Rock, and holds an MBA in Finance from Aston University.
Current Role at Nationwide Building Society
Derek Valentine currently serves as Risk Lead - Secured, Prudential Risk Oversight at Nationwide Building Society. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the organization's risk management strategies in Swindon, United Kingdom. His role involves overseeing secured lending risks and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at Lloyds Banking Group
Derek Valentine worked at Lloyds Banking Group for 23 years, from 1987 to 2010. During his tenure, he held several positions, including Senior Manager in Group Finance Integration and Senior Manager in Credit Decisioning Systems within Group Audit. His extensive experience at Lloyds contributed to his expertise in finance and risk management.
Professional Background in Risk Management
Valentine has a diverse background in risk management, having served in various roles across multiple organizations. He was the Credit Risk Manager (Interim) at Northern Rock from 2010 to 2012 and held similar positions at Lloyds TSB Bank plc, including Head of Retail Risk Policy and Head of Credit Risk Oversight. His experience encompasses both operational and strategic aspects of risk management.
Education and Qualifications
Derek Valentine studied at Aston University, where he earned an MBA and achieved ACIB certification. His educational background in finance has equipped him with a solid foundation in financial principles and risk assessment methodologies, contributing to his professional success.
Non-Executive Director Role
In addition to his current position, Derek Valentine serves as a non-executive director at Worcester Diocesan Academies Trust. This role allows him to apply his expertise in governance and risk oversight in the educational sector, further broadening his professional impact.