Third Party Risk Officer

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting‑edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever‑growing talented team.We are looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive Third Party Risk Officer to support the continued development, operational implementation and ongoing maintenance of our third‑party and outsourcing risk management framework. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in risk compliance or operational controls to contribute to building a best‑in‑class risk function within a fast‑paced growing fintech environment.You will play a key role in supporting assessments, due diligence, governance activities and monitoring of third‑party risk. You’ll collaborate closely with stakeholders across Risk, Procurement, Legal, Compliance, Technology and business units to ensure regulatory requirements and internal standards are met.Operational Support & Risk AssessmentsAssist in the execution of third-party and outsourcing risk assessments and criticality, the completion of due diligence activities, documenting findings and identifying controls with business owners to maintain third-party inventories and risk registers ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Framework EmbeddingWork closely with the Head of Risk to roll out the third-party and outsourcing risk framework across the organization and maintain tools, templates and trackers provided by the Third Party Risk Manager to ensure consistency and compliance with internal standards, identifying opportunities to improve process efficiency and control effectiveness.Governance and ReportingAssist in preparing governance forum packs, MI dashboards and status updates for internal records of risk events, control breaches and remediation, and escalating overdue actions or unresolved risks in accordance with the escalation procedures.Monitoring and ControlsSupport vendor performance monitoring by collecting and analysing KPI/KRI/SLA periodic control testing or quality reviews to verify compliance, periodically review and update the company’s Register of third-party risk and escalating any identified weaknesses or non‑compliance in the risk processes.Stakeholder Engagement & TrainingAct as a point of contact for business teams seeking support on third-party risk, facilitate training sessions and awareness campaigns under the guidance of the Third Party Risk first‑line teams in adopting risk tools and practices by offering guidance and troubleshooting.RequirementsDegree in Business, Risk Management, Finance or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.13 years of experience in risk management, compliance, procurement, IT or audit, ideally within financial services or a regulated environment.Familiarity with third‑party risk concepts, due diligence processes and regulatory guidelines (e.g. FCA, EBA, DORA).Experience using risk assessment tools, issue tracking or audit software is a plus.Strong analytical and organisational skills; detail‑oriented and process‑driven.Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills; comfortable working across functions and time zones.Hands‑on approach, eagerness to learn and contribute to a growing function with evolving responsibilities.What you will get in returnCompetitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.Work‑Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you—because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well‑deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside the workplace without a worry.Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.Comprehensive Health Benefits: We’ve got your back with a medical insurance plan, plus location‑specific benefits and perks!Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.Required Experience:Unclear Seniority#J-18808-Ljbffr