Stephen Layden

Stephen Layden is a seasoned financial risk professional with extensive experience across various financial institutions. Currently serving as a Financial Risk Manager at Phoenix Group since June 2023, Stephen previously held key positions at NatWest as a Portfolio Analytics Manager, focusing on regulatory compliance and investment risk analysis. Notable roles include Senior Consultant at Capco, Consulting Derivatives Specialist at Asura Financial Technology, and Director at Convia Business Solutions Limited, where Stephen developed management consultancy expertise in regulatory change and derivatives. Stephen's robust background in OTC and exchange-traded derivatives, regulatory trade reporting, and collateral management is complemented by management positions at Barclays Wealth Management, Aberdeen Standard Investments, Kames Capital, and Scottish Widows Investment Partnership. Stephen’s career began at Morgan Stanley, managing equity financing and securities lending operations.