Operational Resilience and Third Party Risk Specialist

Operational Resilience and Third Party Risk Specialist InterQuest are supporting a well-established and progressive lender who are searching for an Ops Resilience Specialist to join and have oversight of Third Party Risk whilst executing day-to- day Operational Resilience activities. Key Responsibilities: Provide independent assessments of the first line of defense in operational resilience to ensure compliance with all regulatory standards. Assist in the effective execution of the Operational Resilience strategy by the regulatory deadline of March 2025, ensuring its integration across the organization thereafter. Maintain and update the Operational Resilience and Third-Party Risk Management policies to align with the organization’s needs. Participate in relevant forums, including Operational Resilience, Third-Party Risk, and Cyber/IT discussions as necessary. Conduct risk-based thematic reviews of the first line of defense for Operational Resilience and Third-Party Risk Management. Engage with various business units to enhance operational resilience and Third-Party Risk Management practices, including proper documentation in Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs). Qualifications and Experience: Experience withing a similar role focusing on Ops Risk, Ops Resilience OR Business Continuity Familiarity with concepts related to operational risk and resilience. Proven experience in influencing senior management to drive action. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in presentations. Competence in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint. Get in touch with me at sarah.mitchell@interquestgroup.com to find out more