Ian Renfree
About Ian Renfree
Ian Renfree is a Risk and Controls Manager in Business Banking at Starling Bank, where he has worked since 2019. He previously held various roles at Goldman Sachs, including Vice President of Operational Risk and Technology Risk.
Work at Starling Bank
Ian Renfree has been serving as the Risk and Controls Manager for Business Banking at Starling Bank since 2019. His role involves overseeing risk management and control processes within the business banking sector. He operates from London, where he has contributed to the bank's efforts in maintaining robust risk frameworks and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at Goldman Sachs
Prior to his current position, Ian Renfree held multiple roles at Goldman Sachs. He worked as Vice President of Operational Risk from 2010 to 2013, focusing on risk assessment and mitigation strategies. His earlier roles included Vice President of Technology Risk and Analyst, where he specialized in identifying and managing technology-related risks from 2005 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Business Continuity Consultant and Analyst from 2002 to 2005, contributing to the firm's business continuity planning and risk management initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Ian Renfree holds a Master's degree from University College London (UCL), which he completed from 2012 to 2015. He further pursued a Doctorate in Philosophy at UCL from 2015 to 2019, enhancing his analytical and critical thinking skills. Earlier, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Exeter between 1996 and 1999, providing him with a solid foundation in technology and its applications in risk management.