Third Party Risk Analyst

Vanguard has an exciting new opportunity for a Third Party Risk Analyst for our Global Risk and Security team (GR&S). As an analyst you will support risk evaluation of third party vendors based on Vanguard's operational and strategic risk methodologies for monitoring dynamic internal and complex external risk environments. You'll utilize a data centric approach, drive automation capabilities, leverage external GenAI/AI vendors and mitigate risk using a consultative approach.

Responsibilities:

• Supports risk guidance, oversight, and assurance services to divisional partners in alignment with the Vanguard's operational and strategic risk framework.
• Assists the business in the development, implementation, and management of long-term existing and emerging risk mitigation strategies in accordance with department goals and objectives, standard risk management policies and procedures, and the overall risk strategy.
• Learns and supports utilization of a data centric approach for analyzing information from internal and external sources of structured and unstructured data, controls, and risks.  
• Understand and supports application of the risk management framework and methodology for global divisional stakeholders. Ensures/highlights the divisional risk tools align with global risk policies and allow for efficient risk monitoring, identification, and reporting.
• Develops communication presentations to support divisional risk leaders and senior risk managers to fully operate in alignment with risk methodologies and framework. Demonstrates thought leadership and expertise for preparing presentations.
• Provides consultation and assists in facilitating divisional projects related to the enterprise risk framework.
• Develops effective working relationships across Enterprise Risk Management and divisional boundaries to ensure focused and efficient enterprise support.
• Develops and maintains broad knowledge and awareness of the investment industry, risk management practices, and regulatory and/or policy changes. Supports risk management discussions.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
• Understanding of SOC processes is an added advantage

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years related work experience, with two years experience in risk management.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
• Professional Certification (CPA, CIA, CISI, MBA) preferred.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Vanguard’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse—one that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.

Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progress—from our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.

Together, we’re on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of care—for our clients, our communities, and each other.    

Vanguard’s DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.