Afarax is looking for a freelance Third Party Risk Management Officer. We need you!
The project:Our client in the financial sector, is seeking an experienced Third Party Risk Management Officer to strengthen their team.
Key responsibilities:Third Party Risk Lifecycle ManagementManage the full lifecycle of third-party risk assessments: onboarding, due diligence, monitoring and periodic reassessment.Ensure correct classification and categorisation of third parties based on risk level and criticality.Challenge and optimise existing assessment methodologies and workflows.Data Governance & ReportingEnsure accuracy and consistency of third-party data within procurement systems (e.g. SAP Ariba).Maintain and update the central third-party register.Produce structured reports for management, governance committees and regulators.Perform advanced Excel analyses (data consolidation, dashboards, risk tracking).Incident & Risk MonitoringReview, monitor and report incidents affecting third parties.Ensure appropriate escalation and follow-up in line with internal policies.Regulatory ComplianceMaintain and communicate TPRM policies, processes and procedures.Ensure compliance with relevant regulations such as SRB, EBA guidelines, GDPR and DORA.Support audits and regulatory reviews.Cross-Functional CollaborationParticipate in transversal regulatory or process improvement projects.Collaborate closely with Procurement, Risk, Compliance, Legal and IT teams.
Is this you?Strong experience in Third Party Risk Management, Procurement Risk or Operational Risk.Solid background in data management and reporting.Very advanced Excel skills (data modelling, pivot tables, complex formulas, dashboards).Experience working in a regulated financial environment is a strong asset.Analytical mindset with the ability to challenge and improve processes.Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.Clear communicator able to interact with management and regulatory bodies.
How afarax supports you?You benefit from our extensive networkYou will have access to projects that fit your expertiseWe help and support you throughout your projectWe offer the possibility to build a valuable and lasting partnershipCheck out more projects on: https://afarax.be/jobs/type/freelance/