JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: Bristol, UK (Hybrid)
This is a hybrid position primarily based in Bristol. We're committed to your flexibility and wellbeing and our hybrid strategy currently requires three days a week in the office, giving you the option to work remotely for some of your working week. Find out more at http://computershare.com/flex.
We give you a world of potential
We're embarking on an exciting new phase in the expansion of our Procurement target operating model and we're looking for talented individuals to be part of the journey. These changes will enhance the capability of Computershare's global Procurement teams. Our ambition is to create a function that is proactively called upon by the business to enable growth while reducing cost and managing risk.
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To support our vision for the Procurement function, we are building new capabilities in our CoE of which this role will be part of. These capabilities will cover sourcing and contracting, data analytics and reporting, systems and process improvements, as well as third-party risk management and vendor management activities.
At Computershare, our global Procurement function is more than just purchasing-we're a strategic powerhouse that negotiates with third-party suppliers and supports every business unit around the world. Third-party relationships play a critical role in our success, but they also come with risk. That's where our Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) team steps in-ensuring that the partners we rely on are compliant, secure, and aligned with our standards. We're looking for a Third Party Risk Manager who thrives at the intersection of risk, compliance, and supplier management. In this global role, you'll be responsible for conducting supplier pre-qualifications and criticality assessments, executing risk evaluations in line with global policies, and ensuring that all third-party engagements meet regulatory and client requirements. You'll generate key reports for stakeholders across Compliance, Audit, and Client teams, and maintain accurate documentation to support reviews and evidence requests.
A role you will love
This role demands strong cross-functional collaboration-you'll act as a bridge between Procurement, Risk, Legal, Compliance, InfoSec, and business stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment. You'll participate in virtual due diligence reviews with vendors, lead process improvements across the vendor management lifecycle, and manage a growing team to deliver consistent, high-quality results. If you're passionate about protecting organizational integrity while driving operational excellence, this is your chance to make a global impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Improve upon on-boarding and regular assessments process, including tracking of cycles and reporting status
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (e.g. InfoSec, Assurance, Privacy, etc) to ensure appropriate compliance with all regulatory requirements as part of the due diligence review
- Attend monthly Shared Assessment forum and report back industry changes
- Conduct assessments for new and existing third-party relationships, focusing on areas key risk areas
- Establish and maintain a risk register to document, track, and report on identified risks and mitigation strategies.
- Train internal stakeholders on third-party risk management policies, tools, and best practices to foster a risk-aware culture.
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and emerging risks to continuously improve third-party risk management practices.
- Collaborate with stakeholders in policy, risk/legal, and compliance groups to address bottlenecks, improve processes, and enhance efficiency across the organization.
- Provide input to governance and reporting processes, clarifying accountability and ensuring leadership is informed of key risks and compliance issues.
- Implement process improvements to supplier onboarding procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and conducting thorough due diligence and risk assessments.
- Manage the end-to-end supplier life cycle with COE Procurement Peers and Stakeholders
What will you bring to the role?
We are a global business with an entrepreneurial spirit, and we are proud of that. What that comes with is a fast-paced environment and lots of change so you will be resilient in nature and able to adapt quickly and embrace the pace of change we often work under.
Required:
- Extensive years' experience with performing due diligence assessments
- CTPRP certification or equivalent TPRM certification
- Project management qualification - or significant experience in this field
Preferred:
- In depth understanding of procurement policies, compliance requirements and regulatory frameworks such as OCC, OSFI, FAC etc.
- Industry certification such as CTCRP or CTRPA, ABPMP, FCIPS, CIPS, or CPSM, or Six-Sigma
- Bachelor's degree in business
- Strong in years assessment experience and/or TPRM experience
Rewards designed for you
Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.
Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you'll receive a company contribution as well.
Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.
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ABOUT US
A company to be proud of
We're a global leader in financial administration with over 12,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
A diverse and inclusive place to work
At Computershare we value diversity and welcome applications from everyone, believing that an equal and inclusive culture is key to excellent results. One of the greatest advantages for our organisation is the talent and diversity of our people and we strive to ensure all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute their ideas, bring their personality to their work and showcase their skills. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Shared Services teams support all of our business lines behind the scenes. Across the world, we have a range of specialisms that ensure the delivery of our business priorities. These include Technology, Information Security, Finance, Risk, Audit, Governance, Marketing and Communications as well as our People team. Join our strategic team and help us look after everything from creating an amazing end to end employee journey to keeping our systems safe. You'll be looking after our people, our clients and their customers, whilst maintaining our exceptional standards around the globe.