NDUKWE IBE
Greenock,UK
Summary
Risk management professional with PhD in Management, specializing in systematic risk frameworks and control implementation. Demonstrated success in designing and embedding risk management practices within financial services, focusing on regulatory compliance and control testing. Developed and implemented ISO 31000 compliant frameworks that improved operational resilience while ensuring strong stakeholder engagement across all lines of defence.
Analytical professional with a keen interest in credit risk management. Demonstrates exceptional financial analysis and decision-making skills, coupled with strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Committed to mitigating risks and enhancing financial stability within organisations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Casual Lecturer in Risk Management
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, UK
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Instructed more than 100 postgraduate students on risk management frameworks and control environment design, fostering development of next generation of risk professionals while sustaining strong ties to academic research and emerging best practices in risk management. More than 80% pass rate achieved.
Risk Management Consultant
Freelance
Glasgow, UK
01.2019 - 08.2025
- Lead strategic risk management initiatives for financial services clients, implementing robust control frameworks and driving continuous improvement in risk practices.
- Provide expert guidance on regulatory compliance and risk governance across multiple organizations.
- Key achievements include developing comprehensive risk management frameworks aligned with ISO 31000 standards for 12 SME clients in financial services sector.
- Created and implemented meaningful Key Risk Indicators that enabled proactive risk identification and management, resulting in 40 percent reduction in control failures.
- Conducted control testing and assurance reviews ensuring risks were appropriately assessed and escalated according to regulatory requirements.
- Designed succinct risk reports and Control Effectiveness Statements for senior management committees and regulatory bodies.
- Led cross functional teams in embedding risk management practices across first and second lines of defence, ensuring clear understanding and communication of risk responsibilities.
Senior Risk Analyst
Winchmore Capital Management
Accra
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed credit risk portfolio during critical market volatility period, implementing strategic risk controls and governance procedures that protected client investments during Ghana currency crisis.
- Successfully developed crisis management protocols and control frameworks that achieved 18 percent improvement in client liquidity during market stress.
- Produced dynamic risk reporting for senior management, identifying emerging risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
- Collaborated with first line business teams to ensure control frameworks were understood and properly implemented.
- Monitored regulatory changes and operational performance, supporting risk owners in meeting required standards.
Risk and Compliance Officer
Bessiend Capital Limited
Accra, Ghana
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Established foundational risk management framework for growing 5 business and financial services firm, creating policies, procedures, and control systems from ground up.
- Implemented comprehensive risk and control system including risk registers, control matrices, and testing schedules.
- Developed Key Risk Indicators dashboard providing real time visibility of risk profile to leadership team.
- Conducted regular control effectiveness reviews and managed issues through to resolution.
- Built strong relationships with internal audit and external regulators, ensuring smooth regulatory inspections.
Education
PhD - Systematic Risk Management Approach to Financial Services
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, Renfrewshire 10.2020 - 01.2025
MPhil - Development Finance (Including Credit Risk Management and Financial Regulation)
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Accra, Ghana 09.2018 - 10.2020
BBA - First Class Honours
University of Cape Coast
Ghana 01.2012 - 12.2015
Certificate of Higher Education - Ghana Securities Industry Certificate
Ghana Stock Exchange
Accra, Ghana 04.2014 - 04.2015
Skills
- IRM system expertise
- Risk management frameworks
- Control testing methodologies
- Monte Carlo simulations
- Advanced Excel modelling
- Stata
- Power BI reporting
- GRC platform proficiency
- Risk assessment techniques
- Control effectiveness statements
- Board paper preparation
- Three lines of defence model
- Risk register management
Certification
- Chartered Development Finance Analyst (CDFA)
- Ghana Securities Industry Certificate
Accomplishments
Valedictorian (Overall Best graduating student with 3.83/4.0 CGPA)
References
References available upon request.
Personal Information
Title: Credit Risk & Control Management Professional
RELEVANT PROJECTS | Enterprise Risk Management Implementation; Regulatory Change Management Program
Enterprise Risk Management Implementation, Multiple Financial Services Clients. Led comprehensive implementation of risk management frameworks across 5 business and financial institutions, establishing control environments that met regulatory standards. Developed control testing programs that identified critical gaps and drove remediation efforts. Created risk appetite statements and tolerance levels aligned with strategic objectives. Regulatory Change Management Program, Banking Sector Client. Managed implementation of new PRA operational resilience requirements across retail banking division. Coordinated with first and second line teams to ensure timely compliance with regulatory deadlines. Developed comprehensive risk reporting suite for monthly risk forums and quarterly board meetings.
Timeline
Casual Lecturer in Risk Management
Glasgow Caledonian University
01.2024 - 08.2025
PhD - Systematic Risk Management Approach to Financial Services
University of the West of Scotland
10.2020 - 01.2025
Risk Management Consultant
Freelance
01.2019 - 08.2025
MPhil - Development Finance (Including Credit Risk Management and Financial Regulation)
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
09.2018 - 10.2020
Senior Risk Analyst
Winchmore Capital Management
01.2018 - 01.2019
Risk and Compliance Officer
Bessiend Capital Limited
01.2016 - 01.2018
Certificate of Higher Education - Ghana Securities Industry Certificate
Ghana Stock Exchange
04.2014 - 04.2015
BBA - First Class Honours
University of Cape Coast
01.2012 - 12.2015
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