Third Party Risk Assessor

Morgan McKinley

  • Cork
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Please note this is a contract role and is hybrid working.Our client is looking for a Third Party Risk Assessor to help strengthen their risk management programme. You'll work across teams and with external partners to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with third parties. Current focus areas include Cyber, Anti-Corruption, Privacy, and Information Systems, with scope expanding as the programme grows.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct third-party risk assessments, including scoping, control testing, interviews, and evidence reviewsMonitor and oversee third-party risk throughout the lifecycle, from onboarding to offboardingDevelop and maintain assessment methodologies, questionnaires, and scoring criteriaProvide expert guidance on findings, risk controls, and mitigation strategiesSupport education, awareness, and best practices for internal teams and third partiesPartner with legal and business teams to review risk-related contractual requirementsContribute to continuous improvement of risk processes, standards, and governanceAbout YouDegree or professional certification (e.g. CIPP, CIPT, CTPRP, CRISC, CISA, CISM)Experience in third-party risk assessments across areas such as Anti-Corruption, Privacy, or Information Systems3+ years in risk management, audit, or a related fieldStrong understanding of risk and control frameworks in regulated environmentsExcellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skillsStrong analytical and organisational abilities, able to manage workload independently

Morgan McKinley