Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Lead

Resolution Life•West Chester, PA

5d•$123,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Lead to enhance and mature our global third-party risk programme. This role operates as a Second Line of Defence, strengthening business resilience through robust governance, effective risk oversight, and improved decision-making across our third-party ecosystem. You will play a key role in protecting the organisation from financial, operational, and reputational risk, while helping to build and shape a best-in-class TPRM capability. This is an opportunity to drive innovation and continuous improvement as we evolve our framework, processes, and systems.

Requirements

5 -7 years’ experience
Proven experience in third-party risk management, vendor governance, or a related risk discipline, ideally within a regulated environment
Strong knowledge of TPRM frameworks, regulatory requirements, operational resilience, and information security risk
Demonstrated experience in building, implementing, or maturing TPRM programmes and systems
Hands-on experience with TPRM tools/platforms (ServiceNow preferred)
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across global teams
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and shape evolving capabilities

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CTPRP, CISM, PMP, or equivalent) preferred
Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with TPRM trends

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the global TPRM programme, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Establish and maintain centralised governance and oversight of all third-party risk activities
Drive and manage end-to-end third-party risk assessments, including onboarding, due diligence, monitoring, and offboarding
Review and enhance TPRM policies, standards, and procedures, identifying gaps and implementing improvements
Refine and optimise the vendor tiering model, strengthening risk classification and oversight
Own and lead the ServiceNow TPRM platform, including implementation, enhancements, and ongoing maintenance
Deliver insightful risk reporting and recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making
Participate in quarterly business reviews, providing risk insights and identifying emerging third-party risks
Act as a key contributor during crisis or incident situations, offering risk expertise and guidance
Promote TPRM across the organisation, acting as an evangelist and subject matter expert
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to advance programme maturity and efficiency
Ensure strong alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practices
Partner with control functions to ensure effective risk mitigation and compliance