Gavin S.
About Gavin S.
Gavin S. serves as the Chief Risk Officer at Nationwide Building Society, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in risk management, having previously held senior roles at various financial institutions, including Barclays Bank and KPMG UK.
Current Role at Nationwide Building Society
Gavin S. serves as the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) at Nationwide Building Society, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's risk management framework and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His leadership in risk management is crucial for maintaining the financial stability and integrity of the institution. Gavin's tenure at Nationwide Building Society began in 2017 when he worked as the Director of Risk and Compliance until 2021.
Previous Experience in Financial Institutions
Gavin S. has held various senior positions in prominent financial institutions throughout his career. He worked at Barclays Bank as Head of Risk Data Quality and later as Director of Capital Management, Basel II. His experience includes a role at RBS as Senior Manager in Group Risk and at Tandem Money as Chief Risk Officer. Additionally, he has worked at KPMG UK and PwC UK, enhancing his expertise in risk management and compliance.
Education and Professional Development
Gavin S. studied at Loughborough University, where he earned an Engineer's Degree in Civil Engineering from 1995 to 1999. He furthered his education at The Wharton School, completing the Advanced Risk Management Program in 2019. This combination of engineering and advanced risk management education supports his analytical skills and understanding of complex risk frameworks.
Expertise in Risk Management and Compliance
Gavin S. possesses a comprehensive understanding of Basel II regulations, gained through his role as Director of Capital Management at Barclays Bank. His strong background in risk data quality and capital management, along with extensive experience in both consulting and banking sectors, enhances his strategic approach to risk management. He has a proven track record of leading risk and compliance functions effectively.