VP, Third-Party Risk Management

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Skills and Competencies

•    Minimum of 10 years in risk management, including at least 5 years in a TPRM management role; Procurement experience preferred.
•    Strong strategic thinking and leadership abilities to drive the advancement of Moody's TPRM program.
•    Expertise in developing and implementing risk management policies, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Familiarity with third-party risk management platforms and data standards, along with stakeholder relationship management.
•    Proven track record of successfully leading risk management initiatives in a dynamic, proactive manner.

Education 

•    Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
•    Preferred certifications include Certified Third-Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) will lead the advancement of Moody's 2nd line TPRM program. This role is responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures, establishing effective monitoring, reporting, and escalation protocols for managing third-party incidents and issues. The VP will also lead the implementation of a Third-Party Risk Management Platform, develop third-party data standards, and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across Moody’s.

•    Lead the strategic direction, improvement, and regulatory alignment of Moody's second-line TPRM program.
•    Ensure the TPRM program aligns with industry best practices and supports business objectives across diverse industries.
•    Develop and implement comprehensive policies and procedures, ensuring clear communication across the organization.
•    Design scalable, standardized methods for assessing and measuring third-party risk using quantitative and qualitative metrics.
•    Establish protocols for monitoring, reporting, and escalating third-party risks to senior management and stakeholders.
•    Oversee the selection and implementation of a TPRM platform that integrates with existing systems and meets risk management goals.
•    Build data standards and quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of third-party risk data.
•    Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams involved in third-party risk management activities.
•    Drive continuous education and awareness programs on third-party risk management for internal stakeholders.

About the team

The Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) team at Moody's protects the company by identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with external vendors, suppliers, and partners. We manage the full lifecycle of third-party risk, including due diligence, contract reviews, and ongoing monitoring across areas like cybersecurity, compliance, and operational resilience. Collaborating with teams such as Procurement, Legal, and Information Security, we ensure strong, secure partnerships that align with business goals and regulatory standards. By leveraging best practices and continuous improvement, TPRM helps Moody's maintain resilience in an interconnected global environment.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $163,300.00 - $236,800.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications

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This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

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