First Horizon Bank · 2 days ago
Senior Third Party Risk Management Specialist
First Horizon Bank is a leading regional financial services company dedicated to helping clients unlock their full potential. The Third-Party Risk Management specialist will support the TPRM Manager in executing the TPRM program, focusing on vendor onboarding, risk assessments, and compliance with regulatory standards.
FinanceBankingProperty & Casualty InsuranceFinancial ServicesRisk Management
Responsibilities
Execute due diligence processes for onboarding new vendors and partners
Partner with SME groups to conduct thorough risk assessments of third parties, including financial stability, operational resilience, information security, compliance and reputation risk evaluations
Review and provide input on risk-based contract terms and SLAs with service providers
Perform ongoing monitoring activities for assigned vendors and high-risk relationships
Implement remediation plans for identified third-party control deficiencies
Document and maintain accurate records of all TPRM activities
Apply solid understanding of applicable First Horizon policies, procedures, and practices to provide effective TPRM assurance
Build sound business relationships across the enterprise to enable a strong understanding and close alignment with business needs, direction, and risk appetite
Support the TPRM risk reporting and key metric processes and assist with coordinating and communicating results of third-party risk assessments and risk reassessments
Respond appropriately to third-party risk or performance incidents, coordinating related investigations, and ensuring appropriate resolution
Educate Line of Business teams on TPRM program and processes and participate in TPRM Training delivery
Manage and maintain TPRM repositories, tools, and documentation for TPRM information risk assurance
Support the TPRM Manager in managing the department routines including participating in business and risk meetings in the TPRM Manager’s absence
Conduct real-time effective challenge at various stages of onboarding a third party
Provides input into the TPRM Policy and System enhancements
Responsible for ensuring issues and risks are appropriately remediated or escalation protocols are followed
Prepare comprehensive reports on third-party relationships
Contribute data and insights for executive level dashboards and metrics
Communicate effectively with stakeholders about third-party risk issues
Collaborate with colleagues in SME departments
Document findings, conclusions, and recommendations clearly and concisely
Qualification
Required
+5 years of experience in third-party risk management, vendor management or related risk disciplines
Demonstrated experience in first line (operational) roles
Experience applying TPRM frameworks in regulated environments
Background working with regulatory examinations and responding to regulatory findings
Track record of successful collaboration with stakeholders across business functions
Discretion and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive issues
Experience working across a diverse set of stakeholders with positive results
Strong understanding of regulatory heightened standards for third-party risk management
Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and frameworks
Understanding of contractual risk management principles
Familiarity with procurement processes and practices
Working knowledge of information security, business continuity, and operational risk concepts
Excellent analytical and critical thinking capabilities
Strong verbal and written communication abilities
Effective time management and organizational skills
Detail-oriented with strong documentation practices
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical actions
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, risk management or related field
Preferred
Preferred advanced experience with MS Office, Coupa, and Teams
One of more of the following certifications preferred: Certified Regulatory Vendor Program Manager (CRVPM), Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Shared Assessments Certified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP)
Benefits
Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
HSA with company match
Maternity and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Mentor program
401(k) with 6% match
Company
First Horizon Bank
First Horizon Bank provides personal, business, and corporate banking, and private client services, to families and businesses.
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