Peter Lear
About Peter Lear
Peter Lear serves as the Head of Transformation for Compliance and Financial Crime at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2015. He has over two decades of experience in various managerial roles across several financial institutions, including Lloyds Banking Group and HSBC.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Peter Lear has served as the Head of Transformation - Compliance and Financial Crime at Nationwide Building Society since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for leading transformation initiatives that focus on compliance and financial crime. His work involves overseeing and delivering compliance, legal, and financial crime programs at one of the largest building societies in the world. His tenure has spanned over nine years, during which he has contributed to enhancing the organization's approach to compliance and risk management.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Peter Lear held several positions within the financial services sector. He worked at Lloyds Banking Group as a Programme Manager in Commercial Finance from 2012 to 2013. His career also includes roles at HSBC as a Portfolio Manager from 2013 to 2015, and at Lloyds Bank as Senior Manager Telephony Strategy from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, he has experience as a Programme Manager at Nbnk Investments Plc and as a Consultant Project Manager at Bowring Marsh Limited.
Education and Expertise
Peter Lear studied at King Edward VI School in Bath from 1977 to 1986. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in financial services, where he has developed expertise in managing complex financial crime programs. His professional journey reflects a commitment to compliance and transformation within the financial sector.
Achievements in Compliance and Transformation
Since 2015, Peter Lear has been accountable for delivering significant compliance, legal, and financial crime programs at Nationwide Building Society. His leadership in transformation initiatives has been pivotal in shaping the organization's compliance strategies. His extensive experience in the field has positioned him as a key figure in addressing financial crime challenges within the industry.