Manager, Third Party Risk

Overview
At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada's most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

Are you a talented leader with a proven track record for motivating teams and delivering exceptional client service?

We are looking for a Manager to join our growing practice with a specialized focus on Third Party Risk Management (TPRM). The successful candidate will be responsible for being a key contributor in growing the TPRM practice and delivering client services. The TPRM manager will lead the planning, execution, and reporting for engagements, working both as part of larger engagement teams and individually with guidance and review from other TPRM leaders. You'll have the opportunity to work across geographies and industries to take on challenging and strategic projects while building strong relationships with our people and developing professional skills that will help set you up for success.

What you will do

• Develop, lead and manage multiple TPRM client engagements including planning, fieldwork and deliverables
• Mentor, drive and review quality of work prepared by team members in managing project timeline, quality, budget as well as client relationship
• Perform TPRM Advisory. Risk & Control Assessments, Continuous Monitoring, Digital Transformation, AI Enablement, and Integration with Procurement.
• Actively lead market development activities including fostering client relationships, responding to proposals, developing through leadership and participating in internal account teams.
• Contribute to cross-service opportunities within multiple areas of the firm including Cyber, Resiliency, Procurement and Regulatory Compliance
• Identify and assess potential opportunities to grow the practice through market research and tool development to support the delivery of client engagements.
• Build alliances and partnerships with leading TPRM platform and Market Intelligence providers.
• Assist organizations in managed services solutions for TPRM (e.g., identification, assessment, measurement, and management of third party risk).
• Ability to transfer TPRM knowledge to right size for an array of industries.
• Staying abreast to emerging risks in relation to third party risk management
• Experience in implementing risk technology to support the management of risk

What you bring to the role

• Seasoned professional with minimum of 7 - 10 years of experience with a minimum of 5 years in Third Party Risk Management.
• Hold a University degree, preferably in a business, risk management or compliance discipline
• Strong current knowledge of the Canadian regulatory landscape (OSFI B10, E-21, B-13) and leading practices in Risk Management.
• Able to lead cross functional teams comprised of diverse backgrounds and skill sets.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Are able to independently manage and prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Are a proactive self-starter, able to work independently
• Are comfortable in collaborating and running workshops with a diverse group of stakeholders
• Have strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Flexible in working style and willing to learn new ways, methods and approaches.
• Confidence in leveraging AI and automation to support the achievement of business outcomes.
• High degree of personal confidence and drive.
• Possess working knowledge and experience with relevant areas of risk including IT & Cyber, Business Continuity, Financial, Privacy, and Compliance
• Have a solid understanding of procurement and vendor management principles

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $98,000 to $139,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant's base salary within this range is based on the individual's location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage
Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG's Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It's one of the many ways we're delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.