Third Party Relationship Manager I - Bank Claims (Fraud/Non-Fraud)

USAA; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

USAA is seeking a Third Party Relationship Manager I for its San Antonio office. In this role, you will manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with risk management policies while contributing to key operational efficiencies. This individual contributor position requires expertise in regulatory compliance and effective partnership with both internal teams and third-party vendors. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving the military community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) and pension plans

Paid time off with paid holidays and volunteer hours

Continuing education assistance

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience in financial services or related industry.
• 2 years experience with regulatory compliance.
• Knowledgeable in contract management and budget control.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple third-party relationships and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with USAA policies and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for effective relationship management.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Risk management

Supply chain management

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4 years related experience

Job description

Third Party Relationship Manager I - Bank Claims (Fraud/Non-Fraud)

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Third-Party Relationship Manager to support our vendor relationships within Bank Claims Operations. This is an individual contributor position and NOT a people manager.

Enables USAA's third-party risk management/procurement strategies and program pillars of managing risk, strengthening operational efficiency, driving Enterprise value, and delivering exceptional customer experience through effective relationship management of multiple third-party relationships. This job resides in a line of business or a staff agency (CoSA) and requires continuous engagement and collaboration with other third-party roles as defined by the policy (i.e., Category Managers) within the CoSA’s operating environment.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ or Tampa, FL.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:

• Responsible for effective and compliant management of multiple third-party relationships with inherent risks that can decrease the Enterprise’s ability to execute on one area of the mission, damage reputation, or impair financial stability of the Enterprise such that capital strength or liquidity is temporarily impacted.
• Leverages working knowledge of industry laws and regulations along with approved USAA third-party risk management and procurement policies, standards, processes and controls, technology and tools, etc. to identify, measure, document, mitigate, and manage existing and emerging risks while diligently monitoring third-party relationship compliance with USAA and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitates activities across Procurement, Information Security, Compliance, etc. to drive the execution of required on-boarding activities ensuring third-party providers have required access to appropriate USAA systems, facilities, on-line resources, training, etc. Ensures termination of relationships including removal of system and physical access to USAA assets as well as coordinating transition to in-house functional area or on-boarding of an alternate third-party.
• Executes the Inherent Risk Questionnaire (IRQ) process to assess risk profiles of third-parties and ensure effective application of appropriate rigor to manage risks through the duration of the relationship.
• Identifies, monitors, and manages action plans to address risk and performance issues/findings. Follows approved escalation processes to ensure timely issue resolution and completion of action plans. Assists leadership in preparing responses to regulatory inquiries involving assigned relationships.
• Partners with first-line of defense (i.e., Business Risk and Control Advisors) and second-line of defense partners (i.e., Risk, Compliance) to develop, implement and monitor operational controls that enable effective management and deliver expected performance from integrated business processes (end- to-end USAA and third-party execution).
• Ensures contract documentation accurately reflects products/services provided via assigned third-party relationships and monitors third-party’s ability to deliver against contractual requirements and service level agreements. Supports the development of key performance indicators for the relationship. Monitors third-party relationships for Member complaints and levels of Member satisfaction. Reconciles and ensures payment of third-party relationship invoices, purchase orders and spend management.
• Fosters effective collaborative partnerships with third-party suppliers and internal clients. Facilitates management routines and documents conversations between USAA stakeholders and third-party relationships to gain alignment of approach to compliance with new or changing logs and regulations, strategic direction and road maps, risk appetite, etc.
• Supports other third-party relationship managers to ensure compliance within the lifecycle (e.g. ongoing monitoring support, site visits, due diligence assessments, etc.).
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• 4 years of relevant supply chain management, vendor/third-party risk management, or operations experience in financial services, information technology, or related industry.
• 2 years of experience with relevant regulatory compliance, industry regulations and regulatory data sources such as Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Reserve Board, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), etc.
• Proficient knowledge of relevant business process(es) and regulatory compliance requirements
• Proficient knowledge of supply chain management.
• Knowledge in project management, budget control, contract management, and analyzing and interpreting data.

What sets you apart:

• Experience working in Reg E/Reg Z (Fraud and Non-Fraud) Claims Operations.
• Experience collaborating in a fast-paced operational environment with demonstrated ability to meet/exceed deadlines.
• Experience working with offshore vendors.
• U.S. military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is $77,120 - $147,390.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

About the company

The United Services Automobile Association (USAA) is a San Antonio-based Fortune 500 diversified financial services group of companies including a Texas Department of Insurance-regulated reciprocal inter-insurance exchange and subsidiaries offering banking, investing, and insurance to people and families who serve, or served, in the United States Armed Forces. Since 1922, USAA has served the military community and their families.

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