Job Title: Third Party Risk Management Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead vendor onboarding and ongoing risk assessments in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
* Coordinate due diligence across stakeholders, including IT Security, Privacy, Legal, and Contract Owners.
* Support the implementation of Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and outsourcing requirements.
* Maintain a comprehensive vendor inventory and monitor risk ratings using centralized systems.
* Ensure performance monitoring of suppliers is conducted in line with risk tier and contractual obligations.
* Escalate non-conformance, discrepancies, or risks to appropriate governance forums.
* Coordinate vendor offboarding activities, ensuring compliance and closure of obligations.
* Develop training materials for Contract Owners on third-party risk responsibilities.
* Support internal audits and regulatory reviews relating to third-party management.
Requirements:
* Education: Leaving Certificate and Bachelor's degree.
* Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
* Excellent organizational and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
* Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.