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As a Vendor Risk Specialist at Tradeweb Markets, you will play a crucial role in the Risk Operations team by focusing on the vendor risk management program. Your responsibilities will include providing operational support, conducting vendor risk assessments, and ensuring ongoing vendor risk monitoring. By collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, you will help in screening and assessing vendor risks to support Tradeweb's businesses in achieving their objectives effectively. Your role will involve working closely with vendors, Procurement, Legal, Information Security, and internal business units to ensure that vendor risks are assessed and managed appropriately. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position as you will be responsible for engaging with various stakeholders throughout the end-to-end vendor risk screening and assessment process. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a dynamic team environment and have a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions within the financial markets. The ideal candidate should possess prior experience in the Financial Industry and be capable of articulating Tradeweb's Vendor Risk management practices confidently to stakeholders. You will receive both on-the-job and professional training to help you integrate seamlessly into the team. Your ability to understand Tradeweb's system processes, controls, policies, and procedures quickly will be key as you work collaboratively to enhance the firm's Vendor Management Program. **Job Responsibilities:** - Manage incoming prospective vendor engagement requests and ensure completeness and accuracy of information - Coordinate with cross-functional teams for vendor assessments and review processes - Conduct risk assessments on prospective and existing vendors in line with the Third Party and Vendor Risk Management policy - Monitor and track open findings to completion - Utilize tools for periodic monitoring of vendors - Collaborate with stakeholders to implement tools and automation supporting effective vendor risk management - Prepare vendor risk reports for management and committees as needed **Required Qualifications:** - BA/BS degree in Risk Management, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field - 8+ years of experience in vendor/third-party risk management, preferably in the financial services industry - Strong understanding of business processes and technology within Tradeweb - Proficiency in performing detailed vendor risk assessments - Experience with vendor risk management systems/tools - Excellent communication and presentation skills - Ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively - Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team - Solid judgment and discretion in handling confidential information **Desired Skills:** - Training/certification in vendor risk management, information security, or risk management - Experience with ISO 27001, ISO 27002 Domains, NIST Cyber Security Framework - Knowledge of AI for vendor risk assessments - Familiarity with vendor management/GRC tools such as KY3P, Confluence, SharePoint - Financial risk management expertise - Project management or consulting experience - Understanding of global vendor risk management regulations Join us at Tradeweb Markets to be part of a team dedicated to driving efficiency, connectivity, and transparency in electronic trading. Your role as a Vendor Risk Specialist will contribute significantly to our mission of innovation and collaboration in the financial markets.,
