Assistant Vice President Third Party Risk Management Operations

Assistant Vice President Third Party Risk Management Operations

MUFG is seeking an Assistant Vice President for Third Party Risk Management Operations to join their London office. This role offers you the opportunity to be part of a highly collaborative and supportive team within Business Critical Services, where your expertise will directly contribute to safeguarding the organisation against evolving risks associated with third-party suppliers. You will work closely with stakeholders across EMEA, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and professional growth.

What you'll do

• As Assistant Vice President Third Party Risk Management Operations at MUFG, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the RUN side of TPRM. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with business requestors across EMEA, guiding them through complex processes while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Collaborate with business requestors throughout the EMEA region to review new third-party requests, offering guidance and assessing accuracy while ensuring all submissions meet regulatory standards.

• Take ownership of throughput for both external third parties and intragroup relationships within the TPRM process, maintaining oversight of the framework’s day-to-day operations.

• Facilitate expedited reviews with key stakeholders such as Cyber Security and Data Privacy teams, ensuring timely completion of assessments.

• Support due diligence activities by escalating completion of questionnaires and follow-up questions with suppliers when necessary, maintaining robust procedural controls.

• Assist the VP TPRM Operations Manager and Head of TPRM in fostering cross-regional collaboration, sharing insights and best practices to enhance operational efficiency.

• Ensure risk assessments are completed accurately and promptly, identifying opportunities for optimisation within the TPRM process.

• Work alongside offshore teams to manage transactions efficiently, driving process improvements that benefit the wider organisation.

• Undertake projects under the direction of senior management to address issues within the TPRM process, contributing to system upgrades and ongoing development initiatives.

• Act as a consultative advisor to stakeholders by disseminating TPRM knowledge and building a centre of expertise within the department.

• Provide oversight and challenge to first line defence activities related to supplier onboarding requests and performance reviews, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.

• What you bring

• Demonstrable experience in Third Party Risk Management operations with proven ability to manage complex processes involving multiple stakeholders across regions.

• Significant expertise in building collaborative relationships with internal teams such as risk management, procurement, cyber security, data privacy, and offshore partners.

• Ability to maintain robust procedural controls that ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements while adapting to evolving regulations.

• Excellent communication skills that enable you to convey complex information clearly and empathetically to diverse audiences.

• A results-oriented mindset paired with accountability for delivering high-quality outcomes within agreed timelines.

• Proactive approach towards problem-solving combined with sound judgement when resolving operational issues or escalating incidents appropriately.

• Structured thinking that supports logical analysis of processes and identification of optimisation opportunities.

• Creative approach towards developing solutions that enhance efficiency without compromising compliance or quality standards.

• Strong interpersonal skills that foster trust-based relationships within a communal team environment focused on shared goals.

• Commitment to continuous learning demonstrated by staying up-to-date with best practices in TPRM and current regulatory requirements.

• What sets this company apart

• MUFG stands out as one of the world’s leading financial institutions thanks to its unwavering commitment to employee development, inclusivity, and responsible business practices. The company fosters an environment where collaboration is not just encouraged but celebrated, ensuring every team member feels supported by knowledgeable colleagues who value sharing expertise. Flexible working opportunities allow employees to balance professional ambitions with personal wellbeing; generous pension contributions reflect MUFG’s investment in your long-term future. Training programmes are designed so you can continually expand your skillset while keeping pace with industry advancements. As part of MUFG’s London office, you’ll enjoy being part of a diverse network where dependability is recognised and rewarded, making it an ideal place for those who seek both professional growth leadership and genuine kinship among peers. The organisation’s focus on ethical conduct means your work contributes directly towards maintaining integrity across all business units; here, your efforts matter not only internally but also externally as MUFG continues its legacy as a trusted partner worldwide.