Hybrid: Senior Third-Party Risk & Contracts Manager

LGPS Central; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Extra paid Company Day

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in Wolverhampton is seeking a Third Party Risk and Contracts Manager to oversee risk management frameworks and supplier performance. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with UK regulatory requirements and manage relationships with external partners. The role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in risk or contract management within the financial services sector. A competitive benefits package and a hybrid working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in third-party risk management, contract management, or operational risk, ideally within financial services.
• Strong understanding of UK regulatory requirements (FCA, PRA) and outsourcing guidelines.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing risk frameworks and conducting vendor due diligence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a robust third-party risk management framework.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Support audits, due-diligence reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Third-party risk management

Contract management

Operational risk

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance or related field

Professional certifications such as CIPS

Job description

A leading asset management firm in Wolverhampton is seeking a Third Party Risk and Contracts Manager to oversee risk management frameworks and supplier performance. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with UK regulatory requirements and manage relationships with external partners. The role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in risk or contract management within the financial services sector. A competitive benefits package and a hybrid working environment are offered.