Umer Suleman

Umer Suleman is a dynamic and results-driven risk leader with extensive experience in both Islamic and conventional finance, as well as technology risk management. Currently serving as a Board Member at the Islamic Finance Council UK (UKIFC) since 2019, Umer previously held positions such as Chief Risk Officer and Global Head of Risk at Wahed, and Director - Head of Technology Risk at Daiwa Capital Markets Europe Ltd. Notable roles include Project Finance Manager at BT, Finance & Risk Manager at London Borough of Croydon, and European Risk Manager at HSBC, where Umer consistently implemented strategic risk management frameworks and enhanced organizational resilience. Umer holds a degree from Manchester Business School, further solidifying their expertise in the field.