Senior Risk Specialist

Senior Risk Specialist Third-Party Risk Management

This role serves as a strategic and operational anchor for Vanguards assessment management function driving the evolution scalability and effectiveness of the TPRM program. This role blends deep subjectmatter expertise with strong project leadership to enhance assessment execution strengthen oversight capabilities and ensure alignment with Vanguards thirdparty risk policies standards and regulatory expectations. Operating at the center of the TPRM ecosystem the Senior Risk Specialist enables a consistent riskinformed and highquality assessment process coordinating across internal partners and external vendors to identify emerging risks deliver actionable insights and support confident wellgoverned thirdparty decisionmaking.

Core Responsibilites

Strategic Leadership & Scalability

• Contribute to the development and implementation of scalable frameworks and methodologies that support increasing assessment volume and complexity.

• Partner with senior leadership and key stakeholders to align TPRM strategies with enterprise risk management objectives ensuring the function remains agile and responsive to emerging risks.

• Apply strong project management rigor to refine the thirdparty risk assessment operating model improving execution outcomes and service delivery.

• Drive innovation in assessment processes through automation data analytics and continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain uptodate knowledge of industry standards and regulatory expectations.

• Champion the integration of strategic insights into operational practices to elevate TPRM program maturity and effectiveness.

ThirdParty Risk Assessment Execution

• Conduct comprehensive thirdparty risk assessments ensuring all required documentation evidence and information are gathered analyzed and validated.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors and engagement leads throughout the assessment lifecycle addressing questions and ensuring a smooth process.

• Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within thirdparty relationships and provide clear actionable mitigation recommendations.

• Ensure all TPRM activities adhere to Vanguard policies standards and regulatory requirements.

CrossFunctional Collaboration

• Work closely with internal partners including risk domains Legal Compliance Procurement and business unitsto support a coordinated and consistent approach to thirdparty risk management.

• Build strong crossfunctional relationships fostering trust transparency and alignment across divisions and teams.

• Deliver clear riskinformed consultation that supports informed decisionmaking and enhances stakeholder credibility.

Continuous Improvement & Project Leadership

• Serve as a project lead for complex multiworkstream initiatives driving continuous improvement and advancing oversight and assurance capabilities.

• Apply structured planning documentation discipline and issueresolution skills to deliver highquality enhancements.

• Leverage project management tools to maintain accurate reporting metrics dashboards and supporting documentation.

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency quality and consistency of TPRM processes.

• Participate in training and development activities to remain current with industry trends and best practices.

What it takes

• Bachelors degree in Business Finance Risk Management or a related field.

• 3 years of experience in thirdparty risk management vendor management or a related risk discipline.

• Strong understanding of risk management principles and practices.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fastpaced environment.

• Strong organizational and timemanagement skills.

• Demonstrated flexibility sound judgment and adaptability.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and risk management systems/tools.

Specializations that will make an impact

• Professional certifications such as CTPRP PMP CPA CIA or CISI.

• Experience within the financial services industry.

Special Factors

• This is a hybrid role (remote Monday and Friday; onsite Tuesday through Thursday).

• Vanguard does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

About Vanguard

At Vanguard we dont just have a missionwere on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning collaboration and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.