Third Party Risk Manager

Third Party Risk Manager (Fixed-Term Contract) — London or Manchester

Position: Third Party Risk Manager

Location: Hybrid Working (2 days in the office) at Bupa Place, Manchester or Angel Court, London

Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Until October 2027), Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Salary: From £56,000+ (dependent on location and experience)

About Us

As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are proud to connect talented corporate governance and risk professionals with world-class organizations. We are currently recruiting on behalf of Bupa—a global health insurer and provider dedicated to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives through trusted supplier partnerships and robust risk management.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Third Party Risk Manager to join Procurement's Centre of Excellence on a fixed-term contract. In this key role, you will help identify, assess, and manage risks across Bupa's supplier landscape, ensuring policies are followed, regulatory standards are met, and our business and reputation are protected.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of Procurement's third-party risk management approach and controls framework.

• Ensure compliance with Procurement policies, supplier governance standards, and regulatory outsourcing requirements.

• Act as a subject matter expert, monitoring supplier risks and providing expert guidance and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

• Produce meaningful reporting, management information, and governance committee materials for senior stakeholders.

• Work closely with category teams across the supplier lifecycle to support assurance activities, audit testing, and risk reviews.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience in third-party risk management, supplier assurance, procurement risk, or a similar corporate governance role.

• Strong understanding of supplier risk management frameworks, controls, and supply chain processes.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements within a regulated environment, including FCA and PRA expectations.

• Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to analyze complex risk information and present clear recommendations.

• Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

Exceptional Benefits Package

Working through our staffing partnership opens up fantastic professional growth opportunities and employee benefits:

• Pay & Flexibility: Competitive salary starting from £56,000+ with hybrid working flexibility (2 days in office).

• Financial & Well-being Perks: Cash allowance in lieu of benefits, 25 days holiday, and access to a global wellbeing programme (Viva).

• Workplace Perks: On-site gyms (or local discounts where no onsite gym is available) and various online discounts.