Shaq Baker

Recruitment Consultant

Representing the firm since 2025

Functions

Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, Governance, Fraud Risk & Investigations, Business Continuity & Crisis Management, Corporate Banking, Relationship Management, Credit Risk & Underwriting, Retail Banking, Customer Experience / Client Success, Product Development.

Industries

Banking, Financial Services & GRC

About me

Shaq Baker is a Recruitment Consultant at Cooper Fitch, specialising in Banking, Financial Services, and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC). With over five years of experience across recruitment, sales, and account management, he partners with organisations to deliver targeted talent solutions that support regulatory resilience, operational growth, and long-term capability building.

Originally from London, Shaq holds a BA in Geography from the University of Manchester. His career trajectory reflects a strong commercial mindset, adaptability across markets, and a consistent focus on delivering measurable outcomes for both clients and candidates.

Shaq is known for his approachable yet rigorous consultative style, combining deep sector understanding with a practical grasp of organisational dynamics. He works closely with clients to navigate complex hiring requirements, from specialised risk and compliance roles to multi-role recruitment mandates, ensuring alignment between talent strategy and broader business objectives.

Bringing energy, precision, and a solutions-led approach to every engagement, Shaq is committed to building trusted partnerships and delivering recruitment outcomes that create lasting value.

Qualifications

Geography (BA) - University of Manchester

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