We are hiring a Head of Intermediary Relations

We are recruiting for a Head of Intermediary Relations as part of our expansion plans for the next phase of our journey.

You will be responsible for leading, developing and delivering the Society’s intermediary proposition and brand strategy. We want to grow and want to increase market share in our target segments through intermediary usage, retention and increasing our brand awareness and consideration. As with any lender keeping on top of the market trends and spotting new lending areas will be key.

You will be managing the Sales Teams, internally and externally, external Mortgage Club & Network relationships, representing the company within trade bodies and at key industry events.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• The Ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives

• Strong understanding of the intermediary mortgage market & regulatory landscape
• Deep understanding and relationships with Mortgage Club & Mortgage Networks
• At least 2 years’ management experience with a deep understanding of the mortgage lifecycle
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong communication skills and strategic mindset
• Proven responsibility for delivery and performance through the leadership and development
• Proven evidence of utilising data and insight to identify and analyse strategic options, with influence to gain agreement to delivery. 
• Ability to see outside of the box to transform our proposition and build excellent customer experiences through innovative services, products and relationships
• Proactive and driven individual to inspire & develop our employees

Why Dudley Building Society

At Dudley Building Society we are a growing company, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to a customer-centric culture. We are dedicated to delivering the best possible experience to our customers at every stage of their homeownership journey. Working with us means engaging in impactful work, where your role directly contributes to turning dreams into reality.

Moreover, we understand the importance of personal and professional growth, offering you opportunities to unlock your potential and chart your path to success.

Our modern and inclusive workspace fosters an environment that celebrates diversity, creating a space where you can thrive. Join our supportive team, where we not only recognize your unique strengths but also deeply value your contributions to our shared success. Dudley Building Society is not just a workplace; it's a community where your aspirations are nurtured and your dedication is rewarded.

In Return we offer:

• 35 hours a week contract
• Salary £85,000 - £90,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Basic holiday of 30 days holiday + birthday day off + bank holidays
• Moments that matter days (weddings + time off for getting the keys to a new house or welcoming a grandchild!)
• Pension contribution of up to 8% of salary
• Life assurance 4x salary
• Full Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare plan covering some of those day-to-day health bills like your dental and optical bills
• Opportunities for hybrid working arrangements
• Access to our new Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme!

If this role is something you would be interested in, please continue to our Careers page at Dudleybuildingsociety.co.uk

Diversity and Inclusion

Our workplace culture respects, welcomes, and supports diversity and inclusion, empowering our People to embrace being a fundamental part of everything we are, and everything we aim to be. We treat everyone with the dignity and kindness they deserve, and strive to encourage and celebrate all the things that make each of us unique.

We are looking for a Senior Credit Risk Analyst!

We have an exciting new opportunity within the Treasury team!

To support the effective management of credit risk across the building society’s lending portfolio, with a particular focus on mortgage lending. The Senior Credit Risk Analyst will lead in analysing credit risk exposures, developing monitoring reports, developing Policies, and supporting stress testing and regulatory submissions with assistance from other team members.

Training and support is available for the induvial wanting to develop their skills and experience.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Credit Risk Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain, monitor and report the performance of the mortgage portfolio (e.g. arrears, LTV, affordability metrics).
• Maintain, run and explain the Credit Risk Model, liaising with third-party specialists as appropriate.
• Contribute to the design and refinement of risk dashboards and MI packs.
• Lead on the production of monthly and quarterly credit risk reports for Risk Committees and senior management.
• Oversee the mortgage arrears management process, including training & competence, process effectiveness and policy compliance.
• Assess and monitor counter-party risk.

Policy & Framework Support

• Lead the review and update of the Credit Risk Policy and Lending Criteria.
• Lead on the annual credit risk appetite calibration and metric monitoring.
• Maintain model documentation and control frameworks.

Stress Testing & Scenario Analysis

• Support the development of credit stress test models for ICAAP, Recovery Planning, and Board reporting.
• Work with Finance and Treasury teams to assess impacts under macroeconomic and idiosyncratic scenarios.

Data & Analysis

• Conduct data analysis using Excel and/or analytics tools (e.g., R, SAS, SQL, Power BI).
• Ensure data quality by supporting data cleansing and validation processes.
• Help identify portfolio trends, concentrations, or emerging risks.

Regulatory Engagement

• Support regulatory deliverables such as PRA data requests, ICAAP preparation, and Board papers.
• Lead on preparation for Internal Audit and External Audit reviews associated with Credit Risk.

What we're looking for:

Essential

• Degree in a numerate, finance, or economics-related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong Excel and data manipulation skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills allied with strong stakeholder management skills
• Team player with willingness to learn and develop
• Basic understanding of statistical tools (R)

Desirable

• Experience in a financial services or regulated environment (e.g. building society, bank)
• Knowledge of credit risk concepts, especially related to mortgage lending
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., ICAAP, PRA SS11/13)
• Basic understanding of statistical tools (e.g. SAS, SQL, Power BI)

In Return

In return we offer:

• Salary of up to £56,644 per annum (FTE) depending on experience
• Intelligent working practices enabling you to work both at home or in the offices in Brierley Hill - work where best suits your day ahead!
• Basic holiday of 30 days + Bank holidays + Moments that matter days (Think birthdays, weddings + time off to getting the keys to a new house or welcoming a grandchild!)
• Pension contribution of up to 8% of salary
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Full Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare plan covering some of those day-to-day health bills like your dental and optical bills
• Access to our new Electric Car Salary Sacrifice scheme

Diversity and Inclusion

Our workplace culture respects, welcomes, and supports diversity and inclusion, empowering our People to embrace being a fundamental part of everything we are, and everything we aim to be. We treat everyone with the dignity and kindness they deserve, and strive to encourage and celebrate all the things that make each of us unique.

And that's not all…

We're certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK, and there's a reason for that. Check out our careers page for more information about what it's like to join The Dudley team, who we are, what drives us, and why you should join us.

Are you a technically strong accountant with a passion for process improvement and regulatory excellence? Dudley Building Society is seeking a confident and capable Senior Financial Accountant to take a lead role in our financial reporting, statutory accounts processes, as well as drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible, hands-on finance role within a values-led mutual organisation. You’ll bring strong management skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset to support the financial operations of the Society — while playing a key part in our regulatory compliance and strategic reporting.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Leading the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Managing the year-end statutory accounts process, including coordination with external auditors.
• Overseeing and improving month-end close processes, with a focus on control and efficiency.
• Supporting operational finance activities, including reconciliations, financial controls, and reporting.
• Collaborating with internal teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Providing financial insight and support to the wider business and contributing to strategic initiatives.
• Using and supporting finance systems, with preferable experience in Whistlebrook and Almis.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven accounting qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong post-qualified experience in financial services.
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge, ideally within a regulated financial institution.
• Demonstrated ability to lead audits and statutory year-end processes.
• Strong management and leadership skills, with experience developing or mentoring others.
• A mindset for continuous improvement – able to challenge existing processes and drive change.

In Return

In return we offer:

• Salary of up to £56,644 per annum (FTE) depending on experience
• Intelligent working practices enabling you to work both at home or in the offices in Brierley Hill - work where best suits your day ahead!
• Basic holiday of 30 days + Bank holidays + Moments that matter days (Think birthdays, weddings + time off to getting the keys to a new house or welcoming a grandchild!)
• Pension contribution of up to 8% of salary
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Full Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare plan covering some of those day-to-day health bills like your dental and optical bills
• Access to our new Electric Car Salary Sacrifice scheme

Diversity and Inclusion

Our workplace culture respects, welcomes, and supports diversity and inclusion, empowering our People to embrace being a fundamental part of everything we are, and everything we aim to be. We treat everyone with the dignity and kindness they deserve, and strive to encourage and celebrate all the things that make each of us unique.

And that's not all…

We're certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK, and there's a reason for that. Check out our careers page for more information about what it's like to join The Dudley team, who we are, what drives us, and why you should join us.

Head of Finance

Are you a strategic finance leader ready to help shape the future of an ambitious, growing organisation? Dudley Building Society is looking for an experienced and driven Head of Finance to join our team. This is a high-impact role with the opportunity to influence executive decision-making, lead a talented finance function, and ensure robust financial control and performance across the Society.

You’ll play a key role in driving financial strategy and governance and with your strong technical expertise and proven leadership, you’ll help steer the Society through regulatory change, business growth, and financial transformation.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Leading the finance team with clarity, energy, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Overseeing financial and regulatory reporting, hedge accounting, and financial risk controls. Supporting the Treasurer in capital and liquidity management.
• Delivering robust budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support strategic planning.
• Driving change and challenging the status quo to improve financial performance, processes, systems, and insight.
• Engaging effectively with senior stakeholders across the Society and acting as a trusted business partner. Deputising for the CFO when necessary.
• Supporting the implementation and optimisation of finance systems (experience with Whistlebrook and Almis desirable).

What we're looking for:

• Accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and strong post-qualified experience in financial services with PRA and FCA regulation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams.
• A confident stakeholder manager, with experience engaging at Board and regulatory levels.
• A strategic thinker with solid hands-on experience in technical accounting, including hedge accounting, and with capital and liquidity management.
• Demonstrated ability to challenge constructively and drive operational and strategic change.
• Proven track record of accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting and planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Attention to detail to maintain a high level of accuracy with an analytical mindset.
• Advanced understanding of Excel and financial systems.

In Return

In return we offer:

• Salary of up to £100,000 per annum (FTE) depending on experience
• Intelligent working practices enabling you to work both at home or in the offices in Brierley Hill - work where best suits your day ahead!
• Basic holiday of 30 days + Bank holidays + Moments that matter days (Think birthdays, weddings + time off to getting the keys to a new house or welcoming a grandchild!)
• Pension contribution of up to 8% of salary
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Full Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare plan covering some of those day-to-day health bills like your dental and optical bills
• Access to our new Electric Car Salary Sacrifice scheme

Diversity and Inclusion

Our workplace culture respects, welcomes, and supports diversity and inclusion, empowering our People to embrace being a fundamental part of everything we are, and everything we aim to be. We treat everyone with the dignity and kindness they deserve, and strive to encourage and celebrate all the things that make each of us unique.

And that's not all…

We're certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK, and there's a reason for that. Check out our careers page for more information about what it's like to join The Dudley team, who we are, what drives us, and why you should join us.