Mark Burnell
About Mark Burnell
Mark Burnell is a Senior Risk Manager with extensive experience in Compliance and Operational Risk. He has worked at Nationwide Building Society and HSBC in various roles, contributing to his expertise in risk management and vendor management.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Mark Burnell has held multiple positions at Nationwide Building Society, contributing significantly to the organization's risk management framework. He began as a Reviewer in Compliance Oversight from 2015 to 2017, followed by a role as Lead Reviewer in Compliance Oversight from 2017 to 2018. He then transitioned to Lead Reviewer in Operational Risk Oversight from 2018 to 2019. After a brief period as Risk Manager Lead in Operational Risk Oversight from 2019 to 2021, he currently serves as Senior Risk Manager, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads the oversight of Material Outsourcing.
Experience at HSBC
Mark Burnell's career includes significant experience at HSBC, where he held various roles from 2005 to 2014. He started as a Pensions Administrator from 2005 to 2008, then became Pensions Team Leader for 11 months in 2008. Following this, he served as Operations Manager from 2009 to 2013, and later as Business Partner Manager in Vendor Management for one year in 2013. His diverse roles at HSBC provided him with a solid foundation in operational processes and vendor management.
Education and Expertise
Mark Burnell studied at the International Compliance Association, where he focused on Governance, Risk & Compliance. He achieved a Diploma in this field, completing his studies from 2016 to 2017. His educational background, combined with extensive experience in Compliance and Operational Risk, has contributed to his expertise in risk management, making him well-equipped to handle complex risk scenarios in his current role.
Background in Risk Management
Mark Burnell has developed a comprehensive background in risk management throughout his career. His roles at both Nationwide Building Society and HSBC have provided him with extensive experience in Compliance and Operational Risk. His current position as Senior Risk Manager involves leading oversight initiatives, particularly in Material Outsourcing, which reflects his deep understanding of risk assessment and management practices.