Head of Regulatory Reporting in London

About us

Join one of the UK’s fastest growing and award‑winning banks. We are a team of ambitious, passionate, hardworking, and committed people who have successfully created and launched one of the UK’s newest specialist property finance banks. As we embark on an exciting journey of growth, we are seeking exceptional new team members who possess both the ambition and drive to contribute to our vision. At GB Bank, we believe that career progression should not only be achievable but accelerated, enabling our employees to reach their potential in a supportive and dynamic atmosphere. Our environment is fast‑paced and collaborative, where your efforts are recognised, rewarded, and make a tangible impact. We take pride in fostering an open and inclusive culture that not only embraces change but also encourages continuous learning and professional development.

In this role, you will:

• Have the responsibility for the timely and accurate production of regulatory reports and data for submission to banking regulatory authorities to facilitate the monitoring of capital, liquidity and other financial risks facing the bank.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Lead the implementation of Regulatory Reporting systems into the bank’s operating model, ensuring integrity of data feeds to facilitate timely and accurate reporting.
• Produce and prepare regulatory returns including COREP and FINREP in accordance with extant legislation.
• Maintain an up-to-date awareness of prudential requirements under both CRR and CRD requirements. As requirements change ensure these are reflected in reporting.
• Advise on regulatory requirements and considerations in the development of new products, ensuring that data requirements are satisfied to support accurate and timely reporting.
• Ensure a robust control environment around the production of regulatory returns with clear documentation and governance processes around production and ensuring clear reconciliation of regulatory reports to core financial data.
• Support the wider finance team in balance sheet reporting, including Asset and Liability Committee ensuring proactive management of the balance sheet and exposures to capital, liquidity, funding and interest rate risks.
• Develop modelling to support risk analytics for interest rate and capital risks.
• Play a leading role in the implementation of the bank’s ALM systems. Thereafter, become the day‑to‑day business owner of the system (supporting the CFO’s business management responsibilities) to manage and maintain the bank’s ALM system.
• Provide support to the Financial Planning and Analysis team on the development of financial forecasts, ensuring adherence to capital and liquidity requirements.
• Support the development of ICAAP, ILAAP, RRP and Pillar III production.
• Be a key reference point for regulator engagement.
• Support the GFC in building a strong finance function.

A bit about you – You are/have:

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role in financial services.
• A very strong understanding of regulatory reporting requirements.
• Balance sheet management experience including a strong appreciation of capital and liquidity requirements.
• A strong can‑do attitude and ability to own deadlines.
• Ability to work across the organisation and support the development of a strong team culture.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proven track record of building, developing and managing teams.
• Good communicator with the ability to influence and motivate others.
• A willingness to face new challenges and responsibilities working as part of a team within a busy, evolving finance function.

Key responsibilities as a member of GB Bank’s management team:

• Communicate a compelling vision that engages and inspires team members to create a fulfilling and purposeful employment experience.
• Translate company‑wide goals into actionable departmental and individual objectives to achieve desired business outcomes and organisational success.
• Foster a high‑performance environment by setting direction, building alignment, and motivating the team to achieve excellent results.
• Actively model and promote behaviours that reflect the company’s values and culture.

• Lead efforts to attract, develop, and retain a diverse, inclusive, and high‑performing team.
• Ensure effective onboarding and continuous development of team members through coaching, feedback, and structured growth opportunities.
• Create a culture of learning and accountability that supports individual career development and team capability building.

• Contribute to effective resource planning and cost awareness within the team.
• Support budget adherence by ensuring spend aligns with approved priorities.

Professional Qualifications (if appropriate):

• Degree/Higher Education Institute (HEI) qualifications are favourable.
• Professional accreditations from recognised industry bodies and a commitment to continual professional development are preferred.
• Significant demonstrable experience in relevant roles and organisations is favourable.

What we can offer you:

• 8% company pension contribution and 3% individual contribution (which you can opt to increase).
• 25 days holiday every year plus bank holidays on top.
• Private medical cover with BUPA – includes no excess + you can add family through salary sacrifice.
• Death in service at 4 × base salary with Aviva.
• Mental health support – through a helpline and counselling sessions.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

What else do I need to know?

• Location: Mayfair, London (4+ days in the office).
• Salary: Competitive.
• Hours: 35 Hours per week.

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