Richard Cooper

Richard Cooper has extensive experience in the financial sector, primarily with Banco Santander since September 1998. Currently serving as Financial Crime Data Manager, Richard leads a team focused on the Financial Crime Transformation Project, overseeing data quality controls. Previously, Richard held the role of Data Governance Manager, where responsibilities included the implementation of the Data Management Policy and developing data quality reporting programs in line with regulatory requirements. Earlier in Richard's career, as a Business Analyst, project management skills were applied to deliver crucial business projects. Richard's professional journey began at Abbey National as a Management Trainee, advancing to Team Manager in the mortgage operations. Prior experience includes serving as an Income Support Adjudicator at the Department of Work and Pensions. Richard holds a Professional Diploma in Banking Practice & Management from LIBF and a BA Hons in Modern History & Politics from the University of Reading.