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Managing Director ICT Third Party Risk Location: Frankfurt A role that inspires you Join a complex, internationally active organisation as Managing Director ICT Third Party Risk, taking strategic responsibility for the management and oversight of ICT and technology-related third-party risks. In this senior role, you will work closely with executive stakeholders to strengthen operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and risk governance across critical external service providers. Key Responsibilities: Hold overall responsibility for ICT third-party risk management at group level. Define and implement the ICT third-party risk framework, policies, and governance standards. Oversee risk assessments, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring of critical technology vendors. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and supervisory expectations (e.g. DORA, outsourcing guidelines). Advise executive management on third-party risk exposure and mitigation strategies. Coordinate cross-functional teams across risk, IT, security, procurement, and legal. Oversee incident management, escalation, and remediation related to ICT service providers. Drive continuous improvement of third-party risk processes and controls. Your Profile: Degree in IT, risk management, business administration, or a related discipline. Extensive experience in ICT third-party risk, outsourcing, operational resilience, or technology risk. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and supervisory expectations. Proven experience advising senior management or board-level stakeholders. Strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic, hands-on approach. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Fluent English skills; German is an advantage. What’s on Offer? A senior leadership role with high visibility and strategic impact. Opportunity to shape group-wide ICT third-party risk governance. Close collaboration with executive management and international stakeholders. Long-term career perspective within a stable, regulated environment.

Specialist Governance - Third Party Risk Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking a Governance Specialist to manage third-party relationships, including outsourcing and ICT providers, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements. This role involves risk assessment, control implementation, and ongoing monitoring across an international landscape. Key Responsibilities: Implement and maintain third-party risk management policies and strategies aligned with regulatory standards. Collaborate with international teams and address requirements from global supervisory authorities. Manage data quality and reporting to support regulatory compliance and decision-making. Contribute to the continuous improvement of global third-party risk processes and related IT tools. Ensure process compliance through regular controls and audits. Coordinate with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders to maintain smooth interfaces. Advise business partners on process implementation and best practices. Identify and recommend process optimisations based on feedback and analysis. Your Profile: Completed commercial, business administration, technical training, or equivalent degree. Strong process orientation with the ability to handle and analyse complex data sets. Proficient in office tools, especially Excel. Excellent communication skills, customer focus, and problem-solving ability. Experience in risk management, regulatory compliance, and oversight of service relationships. Fluent in German and proficient in English (spoken and written). Self-driven, quality-conscious, able to prioritize under pressure. Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

OpRisk Specialist Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking a seasoned Operational Risk Specialist to enhance and uphold group-wide operational risk frameworks. In this role, you will interpret regulatory requirements, manage risk data, and play an active role in risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities: Define and maintain standards for operational risk management throughout the organisation. Translate and apply external regulatory guidelines within internal processes. Analyse risk-related data and collaborate with key stakeholders. Produce reports for executive management and other stakeholders. Take a proactive approach to identifying and managing operational risks to safeguard the organisation and its leadership. Your Profile: Proven experience in operational risk management within financial services or a similar environment. In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks such as MaRisk and CRR, with hands-on implementation experience. Strong analytical mindset with excellent data-handling skills. Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and manage complex tasks. Experienced in engaging with senior management and regulatory bodies. Adept at communicating complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. Detail-oriented, highly organised, and committed to delivering quality outcomes. Proficient in both German and English, written and spoken.