Third Party Risk Specialist

Third Party Risk Specialist

Inside IR35 / 3 days per week onsite

We are seeking an experienced Senior Third Party Risk Specialist to join our International Third Party Governance team. This global team spans the US, EMEA, and APAC, working collaboratively to enhance oversight and governance of third-party relationships across multiple jurisdictions.

Our mission is to strengthen and standardise global third-party risk practices, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence across 12 in-scope countries.

• Global Integration: Embed international regulatory requirements into global policies, procedures, and Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) systems
• Automation & Governance: Support automated regulatory reporting capabilities
• Tool Enhancements: Expand and refine risk assessments for international applicability
• Comprehensive Coverage: Ensure alignment with evolving regulatory requirements across APAC, EMEA, and Canada

• Integrate international regulatory requirements into enterprise-wide third-party risk programs
• Support process design, control implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and maintain procedures, documentation, and stakeholder-facing materials
• Establish and execute monitoring routines to track pipeline completion and governance activities
• Collaborate with technology teams to enhance automation within TPRM systems
• Conduct impact assessments and support escalation routines based on governance findings
• Partner with stakeholders across regions and functions to ensure cohesive execution

• 6+ years of experience in the banking or financial services industry
• 7+ years in compliance, third-party risk management, vendor management, and risk management
• 2+ years of auditing experience
• 5+ years of data analysis experience
• 2+ years in project or product management
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills across all organisational levels
• Demonstrated experience executing governance activities, including data collection and impact assessments

• • Knowledge of audit, regulatory compliance, or operational risk frameworks
• Familiarity with risk data taxonomies and reporting structures
• Experience working across international regulatory environments

Third Party Risk Specialist

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. 

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