Associate Director, Vendor & Affiliate Management (Third-Party Risk Management)

S&P Global; York; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global credit ratings firm in York seeks a Vendor Management Specialist to oversee vendor relationships, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to company policies. The ideal candidate will manage affiliate performance, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and interact with senior leaders. A proven background in vendor management and analytical skills are essential. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Flexible time off

Career development resources

Retirement planning programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in vendor and affiliate management.
• Understanding of technology organizations and ICT services.
• Ability to work effectively across different cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the oversight of SPGI Digital Solutions.
• Implement and manage affiliate governance measures.
• Lead continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Vendor and affiliate management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Operational risk management

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Risk management software

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

12

The Team

The In-Business Controls team within the Ratings division is dedicated to ensuring operational excellence and robust risk management. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, where innovation and inclusivity are at the forefront of our operations. Our team values integrity, transparency, and a proactive approach to managing vendor and affiliate relationships, ensuring that we consistently meet the highest standards of performance and compliance.

The Role

Reporting to Head of Vendor Management, you will play a key part in the management of vendor and affiliate relationships to ensure efficient and effective operations in line with company policies. You will evaluate and monitor vendor and affiliate performance, adherence to contracts, cost, and risk.

The successful candidate will have global responsibilities and will work across multiple areas within Ratings, . with regular interaction with senior leaders in the Division and Corporate Functions. You will also develop a broad knowledge and skill set in managing risk and controls.

Responsibilities

Lead the oversight of SPGI Digital Solutions as an affiliate providing critical Information, Communication & Technology services

• Develop and monitor an affiliate contract with Digital Solutions, including Service Level Agreements.
• Oversee the Affiliate Risk Assessment, including the Vendor Compliance Controls Assessment and implement solutions to any issues identified.
• Organise and run the Digital Solutions oversight meeting and validate that Engagement Owner-level oversight meetings are occurring.
• Ensure Digital Solutions is providing relevant and timely data and information to Engagement Owners and Ratings’ management.
• Liaise with Digital Solutions for risk and control management activities, including but not limited to Internal Audit findings, controls testing, risk management and responding to regulators.
• Connect key stakeholders, activities and projects across In-Business Controls, Ratings Technology and Digital Solutions.

Lead and support broader vendor / affiliate oversight activities, with a particular focus on technology & data

• Implement and manage affiliate governance measures for potential new affiliate engagements, as needed, such as SPGI Enterprise Data Organization and Kensho, for example.
• Maintain governance over existing Ratings’ affiliates, including, for example, conducting risk re-certifications, updating contracts and conducting monitoring, where needed.
• Ensure relevant affiliate due diligence is in place for existing intercompany data providers, such as Market Intelligence and Commodity Insights.

Lead continuous improvement projects and support management reporting

• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives, driving innovation and efficiency in processes and controls related to vendors and affiliates.
• Support reviews and exams by providing necessary information and implementing Management Action Plans (MAPs), demonstrating adaptability and leadership in managing change.
• Provide accurate and insightful reporting to various oversight committees, including Ratings’ Boards.

Compensation/Benefits Information : (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $175,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in vendor and affiliate management, preferably within a regulated entity.
• An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of technology organizations and Information, Communication & Technology services
• Ability to work effectively across different cultures and time zones, with a truly global perspective.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on operational efficiency.
• Experience in the Ratings industry or a similar sector.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of operational risk management, including how to identify, evaluate and mitigate risk
• Knowledge of operational controls, including how to monitor, test and oversee controls
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and drive process improvements.

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

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Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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