Third Party Risk Officer
Location: Frankfurt
Our client is seeking a Third Party Risk Officer to manage a varied portfolio of external service providers, with a focus on outsourcing and ICT risk under DORA and other international regulations. You’ll assess risks, design controls, and support effective collaboration across a fast-paced, global environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the operational management of the Third Party Portfolio.
* Improve and prioritise monitoring processes across different risk and asset classes.
* Support the full third-party lifecycle: selection, due diligence, onboarding, monitoring, and offboarding.
* Provide practical, stakeholder-focused guidance on third-party risks.
* Identify improvements and help drive innovation in Third Party Risk Management.
* Act as a strategic advisor, contributing to broader risk steering.
* Work closely with international teams and stay aligned with evolving regulatory requirements.
Your Profile:
* Degree or vocational training in business, commercial, or technical fields.
* Experience in risk management, outsourcing oversight, or vendor risk is beneficial.
* Strong analytical and communication skills, able to simplify complex topics.
* Interest in regulations such as DORA, MaRisk, and EBA guidelines, and ability to apply them in practice.
* Fluent German and good English skills.
* Proactive, strategic, and collaborative approach.
What’s on Offer:
* A dynamic, international environment with room for professional growth.
* A key role in an expanding and high-impact risk domain.
* Autonomy within a motivated, supportive team.
* The opportunity to help shape the future of Third Party Risk Management.