Third Party Risk Manager

Job description

Base Location: London plus network of 20 offices nationally: KPMG Office Locations 

The KPMG Third Party Risk function is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from London we do work that matters, serving the country with diligence and expertise. 

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancies. We've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is. 

By encompassing a wide range of disciplines across a breadth of areas such as Customer Experience and Digital, Strategy, Forensic, Risk and Regulatory, People and Talent, and Operational and Financial Transformation, we become immersed in our clients' organisations, applying sector knowledge and technology solutions to deliver the best possible outcomes and get it right first time. 

Why Join KPMG as a Third Party Risk Manager/Assistant Manager: 

• Variety of work and client-facing opportunities 

• Small growing team with more responsibilities and impact 

• Promotion and growth opportunities 

What will you be doing?: 

• Conducting the planning and execution of audit fieldwork 

• Supervising and coaching junior members of staff to help them realise their full potential 

• Reviewing the audit work performed by junior team members 

• Project managing the audit delivery, including timelines, team briefings, team supervision, delivery of audit work, and reviews by more senior team members, including Directors and Partners 

• Preparing reports to senior management from audited entities and audit committees 

What will you need to do it?: 

• Technical knowledge in third-party risk 

• Strong interpersonal skills 

• Experience with financial service entities such as banks, insurers, asset managers, real estate entities or private equity groups 

• Professional qualification from a recognised accountancy body