We are recruiting
The Council is recruiting for a Head of Risk, Policy & Compliance
As the later life lending market continues to grow and diversify, the Equity Release Council is expanding its leadership team to strengthen our risk, policy and compliance function.
This new senior role will shape and help deliver the Council’s Standards, oversee risk and assurance frameworks, and engage with regulators, government and industry to champion safe, sustainable growth across the sector.
This is a unique opportunity to help steer the direction of a market that supports financial wellbeing in later life.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter to Kelly Melville-Kelly at [email protected] by 14 November 2025.
Open Vacancies
Head of Risk, Policy & Compliance
Deadline: Friday 14 November 2025
Remote
As the later life lending market continues to grow and diversify, the Equity Release Council is expanding its leadership team to strengthen our risk, policy and compliance function.
This new senior role will shape and help deliver the Council’s Standards, oversee risk and assurance frameworks, and engage with regulators, government and industry to champion safe, sustainable growth across the sector.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Senior compliance and/or risk management experience in regulated financial services
- Proven ability to lead and influence at Board and regulator level
- Strong policy development and project delivery skills
- A collaborative approach and passion for raising standards in later life lending
This is a unique opportunity to help steer the direction of a market that supports financial wellbeing in later life.