Head of Third-Party Risk & Outsourcing (Remote)

Paynetics UK Ltd; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in London seeks an experienced Third-Party Risk Manager to design and oversee the risk management framework around outsourcing and third-party management. The role requires strong regulatory knowledge and a collaborative approach, ensuring compliance with FCA standards while managing vendor risks effectively. This position offers competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive remuneration

25 days annual paid leave

Work in a growing team

Remote location with occasional travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing third-party or outsourcing risk in banking or payments.
• Strong understanding of FCA outsourcing and operational resilience requirements.
• Experience with group-level outsourcing oversight within a regulated firm.
• Ability to prepare reports for Risk Committees or Boards.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage the Third-Party Risk Management Framework.
• Conduct due diligence and monitor outsourced service providers.
• Lead the outsourcing risk assessment process.
• Monitor regulatory developments related to outsourcing.
• Provide regular reporting on key outsourcing risks.

Skills

Third-party risk management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Data analysis

Collaboration

Tools

Excel

ServiceNow

Job description

A leading financial services provider in London seeks an experienced Third-Party Risk Manager to design and oversee the risk management framework around outsourcing and third-party management. The role requires strong regulatory knowledge and a collaborative approach, ensuring compliance with FCA standards while managing vendor risks effectively. This position offers competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities in a dynamic environment.