Claire B.

Background

About Claire B.

Governance with Heart & Depth Board-Level Experience That Balances Strategy and Substance With over 20 years in the UK financial services industry, I bring a pragmatic, commercial, and human approach to regulatory governance. I’ve held senior functions under the FCA’s SMCR regime and chaired governance committees across insurance, wealth, mortgage, and fintech sectors- SMF16 & SMF17 | Compliance Oversight & MLRO - CF10, CF11, CF30 & CF1 | Experience in authorised, advisory & oversight roles - Audit & Risk Committee Chair | Driving accountability, assurance, and culture What I Bring to a Board Strategic Compliance Insight I support boards in aligning regulatory requirements with commercial goals – not just reacting to rules, but embedding forward-thinking culture. Real-World Leadership Founder of a growing consultancy. Former Executive Director. I’ve led regulatory restructures, start-up launches, and group-level transformations. Human Perspective As a mum of four boys, I understand pressure, prioritisation, and people. I bring empathy and clarity to board conversations – no jargon, just meaningful input. Consumer Duty Focus I’ve helped clients prepare, test outcomes, and build frameworks that meet not only the letter but the spirit of the FCA’s expectations. Areas of Expertise - Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)- FCA Regulatory Frameworks (SYSC, SMCR, TCF, PROD, COCON, The Consumer Duty)- Board Risk Reporting & Independent Oversight - Conduct Risk & Vulnerable Customer Strategy - Internal Audit Design (Three Lines of Defence)- FCA Applications, Returns & Governance Reviews Recognition Finalist – Risk Professional of the Year Women in Insurance Awards 2022 Let’s Connect If you're seeking a Compliance Consultant, Non-Executive Director, Board Advisor, or Compliance Committee Member who combines depth of knowledge with human insight, I’d love to have a conversation. claire@coalesce-consultancy.co.uk