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Manager - Third Party Assurance - 12 month FTC

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  • FTC - 12 months
  • £65000-80000
  • Hybrid Working (2 days per week on-site)
Information Security Specialist – Supplier Assurance Organisation: Global Law Firm Role Type - FTC - 12 months Salary - £65,000 - £80,000 per annum (dependant on experience)Location: Hybrid Working (2 days per week on-site)Reports to: Senior Security Manager Team: Information Security The Role We are seeking an accomplished Information Security Specialist to join the Supplier Assurance team in a role critical to the firm's third-party risk management and client due diligence operations. This position plays an essential part in maintaining the organisation's ISO 27001 certification and upholding the highest standards of supplier security assurance. Reporting to the Senior Security Manager, you will contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of the Supplier Assurance Security Model, ensuring the firm delivers exceptional service to clients during security due diligence processes. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise within supplier assurance whilst working within a sophisticated, global information security function. Key Responsibilities Supplier Assurance Framework
  • Support the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the Supplier Assurance Security Model
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation supporting the firm's third-party security programme
  • Contribute to the evolution of supplier assurance policies, procedures, and standards
Third-Party Risk Management
  • Manage the Third-Party Security Schedule, including liaison and negotiation with external suppliers
  • Conduct security assessments of vendors and third-party service providers
  • Review and refine security provisions within commercial agreements
  • Escalate complex or high-risk matters to the Senior Security Manager as appropriate
Client Due Diligence & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Manage client due diligence requests with professionalism and accuracy
  • Prepare comprehensive responses to security questionnaires that demonstrate the firm's security maturity
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather evidence and information efficiently
  • Escalate complex questionnaires to the Senior Security Manager where necessary
Compliance & Reporting
  • Provide evidence and documentation for ISO 27001 audits from a supplier assurance perspective
  • Generate management information for the CISO, including trend analysis, process gaps, and improvement recommendations
  • Support internal and external audit activities as required
Governance & Continuous Improvement
  • Participate in Supplier Assurance governance forums and working groups
  • Identify opportunities to enhance processes and increase operational efficiency
  • Maintain current knowledge of industry best practices, emerging threats, and regulatory developments in supplier assurance
Essential Experience & Knowledge
  • Solid experience in an Information Security Supplier Assurance capacity within a professional services or corporate environment
  • Background within medium to large legal, financial services, or similarly regulated organisations
  • Strong understanding of information security principles across multiple domains
  • Working knowledge of ISO 27001 requirements and third-party risk management frameworks
  • Familiarity with vendor risk assessment methodologies and security questionnaire processes
Essential Competencies
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively and meet competing deadlines
  • Strong stakeholder management capabilities, able to engage with colleagues at various levels
  • Effective negotiation skills when liaising with external suppliers and internal business units
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly
  • Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous professional development
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Desirable Qualifications
  • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer
Why This Opportunity This role provides an excellent platform to develop deep specialist expertise in supplier assurance within a global, professionally managed information security function. You will work alongside experienced security professionals, gaining exposure to complex supplier relationships and client engagements whilst contributing to a team with ambitions for market leadership. The position offers genuine opportunities for professional development, exposure to strategic security initiatives, and the chance to enhance your capabilities within an area of growing importance to organisations worldwide. Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not use AI to filter or assess candidates, we use experienced and dedicated recruiters, who want to match the best people to roles.
Company
Computappoint
Location
City of London, London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid/Remote Options
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£65,000 - £80,000 per annum
Posted
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Company
Computappoint
Location
City of London, London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid/Remote Options
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£65,000 - £80,000 per annum
Posted