Melanie Lavallin
About Melanie Lavallin
Melanie Lavallin is a Senior Manager in Enterprise Risk Management with extensive experience in risk and control quality assurance. She has held significant positions at Yorkshire Building Society, Nationwide Building Society, and ORX Association, and possesses multiple certifications in project and change management.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Melanie Lavallin has been serving as a Senior Manager in Enterprise Risk Management at Nationwide Building Society since 2014. Her role involves overseeing risk management strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Based in Swindon, United Kingdom, she has contributed to enhancing the organization's risk management framework over her tenure.
Previous Experience at Yorkshire Building Society
Prior to her current position, Melanie worked at Yorkshire Building Society for a decade, from 2004 to 2014. She held the title of Senior Manager - Risk and Control Quality Assurance Manager, where she focused on risk assessment and quality assurance processes. Her work was based in both Cheltenham and Bradford, contributing to the organization's risk management capabilities.
Role at ORX Association
Since 2018, Melanie has also been a Senior Research Manager at ORX Association, located in Bath, United Kingdom. In this role, she engages in research related to operational risk and contributes to the development of industry standards and best practices. Her experience in risk management supports her contributions to the organization.
Education and Certifications
Melanie Lavallin holds several professional certifications that reflect her expertise in risk management and organizational change. She is certified as a Six Sigma Green Belt, MSP Practitioner, Prince2 Practitioner, and MORi Practitioner. Additionally, she possesses a Certificate in Change Management, showcasing her ability to manage change effectively within organizations.
Background in Crisis Management
Melanie has experience in crisis management, which involves preparing for and responding to unexpected disruptive events. This background enhances her capabilities in risk management and business continuity, ensuring that organizations can navigate challenges effectively.