Third-Party Risk Program Manager

Phoenix, AZ – Must be local to Phoenix, AZ

MUST HAVE: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (equivalent experience may be considered).

MUST HAVE: Management experience preferred

MUST HAVE: At least 6 years of experience working in third-party or vendor risk management.

MUST HAVE: Advanced knowledge of regulatory guidance for Third-Party Risk Management (interagency)

Salary: Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Third-Party Risk Program Manager in our Phoenix, AZ location.

Summary

The Third-Party Risk Program Manager is a Second Line of Defense role responsible for leading the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Program, which includes taking a lead role to define, implement, and maintain a risk framework, operating model, policies, procedures, governance, and oversight for all lines of business and subsidiaries. This position cultivates a strong working relationship with Third Party Relationship Owners to proactively identify and mitigate third party risks. The Third-Party Risk Program Manager provides oversight of the third-party risk lifecycle. This role is a people leadership role and provides an opportunity to strategically enhance the Third-Party Risk Management Program for a growing financial institution.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the TPRM Program, providing support to the lines of business in the identification, management, and measurement of third-party risks across the enterprise.
• Enhance the TPRM policies, standards, and procedures, including the TPRM Risk Assessment frameworks and rating scale.
• Refine the TPRM risk-based review schedule to align with the enhanced risk assessment results.
• Lead the TPRM team to ensure documentation and execution of questionnaires required by the company and provide clear guidance to the First Line of Defense.
• Ensure the appropriate due diligence on prospective third parties is conducted.
• Develop and deliver regular reporting to senior leadership, committees, and regulatory agencies (when applicable) including risk dashboards, emerging risk trends, and performance metrics.
• Manage the TPRM Program documents, as well as Third-Party Risk Training and education initiatives to align with changing regulatory expectations and industry best practices for a $10 billion financial institution.
• Manage the inventory of third-party providers to ensure completeness and accuracy of the inventory and required tasks are completed timely.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (equivalent experience may be considered).
• At least 6 years of experience working in third-party or vendor risk management.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory guidance for Third-Party Risk Management (interagency)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are essential. Ability to forge and maintain relationships with Third Party Relationship owners.
• Strong analytical skills to effectively challenge the First Line of Defense.
• Strong process management orientation to create and maintain a standardized, repeatable process and to identify enhancements and efficiencies where available.
• Management experience preferred.

Sunflower Bank Benefits Employees enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

401(k) Plan with 6% Match

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Leave

Paid Holidays

Plus many more employee perks & incentives!

People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives and we know that starts with our team.

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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Phoenix, AZ – Must be local to Phoenix, AZ

MUST HAVE: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (equivalent experience may be considered).

MUST HAVE: Management experience preferred

MUST HAVE: At least 6 years of experience working in third-party or vendor risk management.

MUST HAVE: Advanced knowledge of regulatory guidance for Third-Party Risk Management (interagency)

Salary: Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.