TPM Operations Expert - TET - AVP (/f/m/x)

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Since its set-up in 2013, Bucharest Technology Centre (BEX) has constantly proven its capacity to deliver global technology products and services, playing a dynamic role in the Bank’s technology transformation.

We have a robust, hands-on engineering culture dedicated to continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, technical skill development and networking. We are an essential part of the Bank’s technology platform and develop applications for many important business areas.

The Third-Party Management Process (“TPM Process”) is a cross functional risk type process for identifying, assessing, mitigating, and tracking risk associated with DB’s portfolio of Third Parties. The TPM Risk Assessments Team has global operational reach and is the primary point of contact for internal service relationship owners and external Third Parties seeking certification under the bank’s Third-Party Management process. The team examines evidence, identifies gaps and documents associated risks for subsequent remediation or acceptance and monitoring.

The TPM Assessments Operations Expert for Termination, Exit and Transition (TET) actively assesses relevant TET documentation. Within the team the Operations Expert proactively identifies, escalates, and takes steps to substantially mitigate risk issues and is responsible for building, fostering and managing relationships with relevant stakeholders (internal and external) in particular concerning time critical, complex and regulated tasks.

They will have expertise or deeper understanding of DB’s Third Party Risk Management process and play a key role in facilitating communication between Divisions and TPM Assessments Team, sharing knowledge and good practice. As an Operations Expert, they will independently perform assessments of standard and non-standard documentations, and act as an escalation point for involved stakeholders, so their communication skills need to be excellent. They proactively identify, escalate, and take steps to substantially mitigate risk issues within and outside of direct main business area.

Responsibilities

• Risk Assessment: Ensure the complex processes of Operational Resiliency, specifically Transition, Exit and Termination (TET) planning controls are assessed, mitigated, and support the TPM alignment to regulations globally.
• Management of Escalations & Information: Act as the initial contact for addressing critical and complex issues, as well as managing escalations related to the assessment of TET Plans and Strategies and their associated risks. Support the provision of regular metrics to communicate risk assessment outcomes for both new and existing supplier engagements.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong partnerships with all key stakeholders within the dbTPRM process to support change and process improvement. Work with colleagues to support compliance with frameworks, policies and procedures and minimize risks.
• Governance: The candidate will serve as an important point of contact for all TET assessment matters with third parties and business stakeholders, and maintain documentation to manage daily operations for assigned engagements. Constantly affirms and supports through their behavior the core values of the organization.

Skills

• Excellent communication, organizational skills, time management and a structured approach to work. Risk assessment experience working with the principles of third-party risk management in a financial services organisation or similarly regulated industry is a plus.
• Analytical and data interpretation skills, attention to detail and problem solving. Results-oriented. Ability to find innovative solutions, willingness to share information, knowledge and expertise with team members.
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a global business environment. Able to work in a team and matrix organization. Proactive approach and ability to take responsibility for the activities undertaken.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and manage relationships with internal and/or external customers, in a changing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of English, both written and spoken/knowledge of German is a plus. Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel,Power Point, Word).

Well-being & Benefits

Emotionally and mentally balanced: we support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health

• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.
• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace with flexible Work from Home options.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.

Physically thriving we support you managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive

• Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones.

Socially connected: we strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and wellbeing.

• Kids@TheOffice - support for unexpected events requiring you to care for your kids during work hours.
• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, employee sport clubs, workshops, and more.

Financially secure: we support you to meet personal financial goals during your active career and for the future

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.