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Head of Risk and Control

Pleo

Location:
United Kingdom; Denmark, London ▼
Copenhagen

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as the Head of Risk and Control (Second Line of Defense). This role is critical in helping the organisation navigate the complexities of a regulated financial services environment, with a strong focus on effective risk management and control oversight.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the 2LOD risk management framework
Provide effective oversight and challenge to the First Line of Defense (1LOD) in the identification, assessment, and management of risks and controls
Act as a trusted advisor and partner to the business, offering expert guidance on risk-related matters, regulatory change, and the control environment
Develop and deliver insightful risk reporting to senior management and relevant committees
Lead and mentor the 2LOD Risk and Control team
Support regulatory interactions related to risk and control matters

Requirements:

Extensive experience (7-10 years, with a minimum of 5 years in risk or control management) in a regulated financial services environment (e.g., FinTech, banking, payments, or similar)
Substantial professional background in risk management and control functions, spanning both design and execution
Demonstrated experience in leadership and team management
Legally authorized to work and currently based in the UK or Denmark

Nice to have:

Experience at both a FinTech organisation and a traditional banking/payments institution
Exceptional candidates with 5 years of relevant experience will be considered

What we offer:

Your own Pleo card (no more out-of-pocket spending!)
Lunch is on us - with catering in our Lisbon, Copenhagen and London offices or a monthly lunch allowance paid directly together with your salary in other markets
Private health insurance
25 days of holiday + your public holidays
Option to purchase 5 additional days of holiday through a salary sacrifice
Access to free mental health and wellbeing support via MyndUp
Paid parental leave

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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