Head of Regulatory Reporting

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Reporting Delivery
• Lead the timely and accurate preparation, review, and submission of all regulatory returns to the PRA, FCA, Bank of England, and European Banking Authority (where applicable).
• Oversee the production of COREP (own funds, large exposures, leverage ratio), FINREP, liquidity returns (LCR, NSFR, PRA110), statistical reporting, and ad hoc regulatory data requests.
• Maintain a comprehensive regulatory reporting calendar and ensure all deadlines are met without exception.
• Implement and maintain robust controls, reconciliation processes, and attestation procedures over all regulatory submissions.
• Regulatory Change and Compliance
• Monitor and interpret new and evolving regulatory requirements, including Basel 3.1 / Basel implementation, PRA rulebook changes, and FCA reporting obligations.
• Conduct impact assessments of regulatory change on reporting processes, systems, and data requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory reporting queries from the PRA, FCA, and internal and external auditors.
• Ensure alignment between regulatory reporting outputs and the bank's Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP) and Internal Liquidity Adequacy Assessment Process (ILAAP).
• Data, Systems, and Process Improvement
• Drive continuous improvement in data quality, automation, and efficiency across the regulatory reporting function.
• Own the relationship with technology and data teams to enhance regulatory reporting infrastructure, including XBRL taxonomy management and data lineage.
• Lead or support system implementation and upgrade projects related to regulatory reporting platforms (SUADE).
• Champion data governance standards and ensure regulatory data is complete, accurate, and reconciled to source systems and the general ledger.
• Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of regulatory reporting professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous learning.
• Provide regular reporting and insight to the CFO, Finance Leadership Team, Board Risk Committee, and Audit Committee as required.
• Collaborate with Risk, Treasury, Financial Control, and other functions to ensure consistency and integrity of reported data.
• Represent the bank at industry forums, working groups, and consultations on regulatory reporting matters.
• Essential Requirements
• Proven experience in regulatory reporting within a UK-authorised bank, building society, or major financial institution.
• Deep technical knowledge of PRA and FCA regulatory reporting frameworks, including COREP, FINREP, liquidity returns, statistical reporting, and capital adequacy.
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of Basel prudential requirements and their application to UK banking.
• Excellent knowledge of XBRL reporting standards and taxonomy.
• Experience engaging directly with the PRA, FCA, or Bank of England on regulatory matters.
• Professional qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent (or qualified by experience at a senior level).
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Desirable Requirements
• Experience with regulatory reporting technology platforms.
• Familiarity with financial and management reporting.
• Experience of regulatory reporting transformation or remediation programmes.
• Knowledge of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR) and its implications for the role.
• Previous experience operating in a bank subject to enhanced supervisory engagement or s166 reviews.
• Key Attributes
• Strategic Thinking - Ability to anticipate regulatory developments and position the function accordingly.
• Attention to Detail - Commitment to accuracy and rigour in all regulatory outputs.
• Leadership - Inspires and empowers teams to deliver under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Influencing and Stakeholder Management - Builds strong relationships across all levels of the organisation and with external regulators.
• Problem Solving - Identifies root causes of reporting issues and drives sustainable remediation.
• Integrity - Upholds the highest standards of professional conduct and regulatory compliance.
• Adaptability - Flexibility to adjust strategies and plans in response to a dynamic and evolving regulatory environment.
• Continuous Learning

Additional Information

The Head of Regulatory Reporting is responsible for the end-to-end management and delivery of all regulatory returns and submissions to the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Bank of England, and other relevant bodies. The role holder will ensure the bank maintains full compliance with all applicable regulatory reporting frameworks, including but not limited to COREP, FINREP, Statistical Reporting, and Liquidity Reporting. This is a senior leadership role requiring strategic oversight, subject-matter expertise, and the ability to navigate a complex and evolving regulatory landscape.

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