Head of Risk Management - Global Capital Markets

1d1 day ago

Rabobank

London, GB · Full-time · £180,000 – £250,000

About this role

Rabobank seeks an exceptional Head of Risk Management Global Capital Markets to deliver independent oversight of underwriting across loan and bond markets, including bridge financings. The role demands deep expertise in transaction structures, market dynamics, and execution risks.

As Chair of the Underwriting Committee, you will shape balanced decisions that align with defined risk appetite and governance standards. Proactive partnership with senior Capital Markets leadership supports origination of strategically significant transactions.

The position sits on the management team of Risk Management Financial Markets, a global function spanning six regions. The department protects earnings stability through independent risk assessment, limits oversight, and strategic advisory focused on client trading activities.

Success requires close cooperation with Regional Heads of Risk Management Financial Markets and the wider Risk Management department. You will serve as the centre of expertise for Capital Markets underwriting activities and related risks.

Requirements

Demonstrable experience in capital markets, gained within a first-line or risk management capacity
Strong analytical capability, with the ability to distil complexity and form well-founded judgments
Proven leadership skills, with a track record of operating effectively within a matrixed environment
A structured and pragmatic approach to problem-solving, coupled with sound commercial insight
Highly refined collaboration skills, building trusted partnerships across senior stakeholder groups
The confidence and clarity to make balanced, well-reasoned decisions under pressure

Responsibilities

Provide independent reviews of loan and bond underwriting proposals, including bridge and event-driven financings, and formulate clear, well-reasoned risk opinions
Chair the Underwriting Committees, leading discussions and driving robust risk challenge to ensure high-quality decision-making
Independently assess market developments and form judgements on trends that might impact risk taking, reporting to senior management and Risk Committees
Act as the centre of expertise for Capital Markets underwriting activities and related risks in cooperation with Regional Heads
Drive the development, approval and application of the risk appetite, risk reporting and risk governance framework
Provide expert advice on amendments to policies, procedures and methodologies