Senior Specialist, Third Party Risk Management

Senior Specialist, Third Party Risk Management

Our client, Vanguard Asset Management, is seeking a Senior Specialist in Third Party Risk Management to join their team in Manchester. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage relationships with UKPI third party vendors and maintain strong internal control frameworks for vendor performance, cost management, risk assessments, and service governance. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring vendor service arrangements meet regulatory and enterprise standards.

What you'll do:

1. Manage relationships with UKPI third party vendors, primarily those performing outsourced operations.
2. Maintain strong internal control frameworks for vendor performance, cost management, risk assessments, and service governance.
3. Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure vendor service arrangements meet regulatory and enterprise standards.
4. Lead in the monitoring, reporting, and development of control and oversight strategies.
5. Coordinate and support the development and execution of Third-Party assessments.
6. Evaluate financial data to ensure Vanguard obtains the highest value and expected returns on investment.

What you'll bring:

1. Three to five years related work experience.
2. Strong understanding of operations, and applicable regulations and law related to retail investing.
3. Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
4. Ability to build strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
5. Experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining vendor performance dashboards, management reports, and executive summaries.
6. Knowledge of risk and control topics.

What sets this company apart:

Vanguard Asset Management is a globally recognised leader in the financial services industry. They are committed to providing their employees with a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development. Vanguard values diversity and believes it enhances their performance and helps them better serve their clients. They offer flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and training opportunities to support your career growth.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today by clicking on the link provided. We look forward to receiving your application.

We are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require accommodations because of a disability or health condition, please email: gscemeaedi @ robertwalters.com.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Risk & Compliance

Focus: Risk - Operational Risk

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Manchester

Job Reference: 15468

Date posted: 8 April 2025

Consultant: GSC Manchester TET

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