Matt Smith

Matt Smith is an experienced banking professional currently serving as the Interim Chief Risk Officer at Newbury Building Society since July 2024. With a robust background in risk management and leadership, Matt previously held notable positions including Chief Executive Officer at Birmingham Bank, where leadership was demonstrated during a period of significant transformation, and various risk director roles at Aldermore Bank PLC, focusing on retail finance and mortgages. Early career experience encompasses management and credit roles at HSBC and Derbyshire Building Society. Matt holds a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from Birmingham City University and has developed strong stakeholder management skills throughout a diverse career in financial services.