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Position Summary

The Head of Third Party risk is responsible for the developing and executing Webster’s Third Party Risk Management Framework and is the Risk Program owner for Third Party Risk.  The leader chairs the Third Party Risk Committee of the Bank, and regularly reports to the Enterprise Risk Management Committee and the Risk Committee of the Board.   The function is responsible for establishing the Third Party risk management framework and policies and ensuring the bank has the processes and controls in place to maintain a risk profile that is consistent with its risk appetite while achieving its strategic goals.  The team facilitates execution of the TPRM program and provides effective challenge to the organizations design of its controls.  The leader engages actively with senior managers and executives across the company and acts the key point of coordination and communication with the regulators.  This position reports to the Chief Risk Officer.

Key Responsibilities

Lead definition of strategic direction for risk and control assessment process, including identification of tool requirements, overseeing design and deployment

Lead engagement with risk owners to understand how risks materialize with Third Parties and ensure that these are appropriately addressed in the Third Party Risk Assessment Process

Lead the design and implementation of a risk-based Third Party control framework

Evaluate the effective design and execution of controls owned by TPRM and oversee the effective implementation of Third Party related controls defined by other risk owners

Oversee the timely completion of Third Party controls by Business Activity Owners and other responsible parties

Establish and operate a control testing process to validate the accuracy of completed Third Party controls and determine any required enhancements to improve performance

Monitor industry leading practices for Third Party risk management to identify enhancements to Webster’s Program

Assess regulatory changes impacting areas of Third Party Risk and Control assessment to determine and implement any actions required

Requirements

Candidates with advanced degrees (Associates, Bachelor’s, and/or Master’s) preferred, yet a High School diploma or GED is required. Candidates with some combination of coursework and experience, or extensive related professional experience

Extensive Third Party risk management experience and have knowledge of industry frameworks and leading practices for Third Party risk assessment and controls.

Typically has 10+ years of relevant experience, with in depth knowledge of assessing third party risk and associated control requirements for a financial services organization.

Knowledge of regulatory requirements for Third Party Management and oversight

Evidence of delivery of results with strong execution skills

Ability to analyze processes and data to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively interact with and influence senior management

Strong planning and organizing skills with the ability to manage and prioritize responsibilities through the effective use of time management and organizational techniques

The estimated salary range for this position is $170,000USD to $200,000USD. Actual salary may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive compensation.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.