Procurement TPRM Senior Officer

Guildford, England, United Kingdom

12/9/2024

Role Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement TPRM Senior Officer to join our rapidly evolving Supplier Relationship management (SRM) team within the Central Procurement function working on a hybrid basis from either Bournemouth, Bristol or Guildford

The purpose of this newly created role is to assist in third party identification, risk assessments, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring of third-party relationships in line with regulatory, Group and business requirements. The role holder will work closely within the SRM team, Procurement Enablement and Sourcing teams, as well as colleagues across key safeguarding functions and business units to ensure that this vital part of the Procurement risk activity is conducted smoothly, effectively and allows us to demonstrate compliance with Group and regulatory requirements as relating to Outsourcing and TPRM requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the designated Business Owner in carrying out the TPRM Lifecycle (e.g. performing risk assessments) and other activities set out
• Support remediation activities to ensure that they are completed in a timely manner by the third party and internal business function alongside related reporting
• Assist in the onboarding process for new third parties, ensuring all necessary risk assessments and due diligence process are completed accurately and efficiently
• Support the definition of BC/DR plans and exit plans together with the relevant functions
• Support the execution of an exit plan and involve relevant functions in case of contract termination
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders
• Ensure that all third-party risk management activities comply with relevant standards and guidelines
• Ensure the information related to third party agreements are in the required tools and inventories and are complete and accurately maintained
• Assist the Strategy & Enablement team in preparing and responding to audits and inquiries related to third-party risk management
• Provide feedback and suggestions for improving TPRM policies and procedures based on practical insights and risk assessment findings
  
  

Essential Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of Procurement and risk management processes, specifically due diligence, risk assessment and remediation activities
• Understanding of supplier assurance and relationship management practises
• Understanding of corporate risk/risk management, preferably through experience working in Banking and or Insurance sectors in Assurance / TPRM roles
• Track record of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strength in organisation and planning to ensure that deadlines and business objectives are met within fast paced environments
• Proactive approach to personal learning and development
• Self-motivated and capable of setting personal goals and achievement targets
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Experience of interacting with the PRA and or FCA desirable
  
  

What We Will Offer You

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that’s perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That’s on top of enjoying all the benefits you’d expect from the world’s number one insurance brand, including:

• Flexible buy/sell holiday options
• Hybrid working.
• Annual performance related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
• Retail discounts
  
  

Our Ways of Working

Do you need some flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it’s right for our customers, our business and for you, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen.

Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Allianz, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer.

We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success.

We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it’s assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.

Accessible Application for All

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role.

Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications.

Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.uk

resourcingteam@allianz.co.uk

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