Transformation Lead - TPRM

We are seeking an experienced Transformation Lead to drive strategic initiatives across a Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) programme at one of our global banking clients. The successful candidate will provide thought leadership, lead complex transformation and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across the organisation.

This is a highly visible role requiring exceptional programme leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder management skills, alongside the ability to develop compelling board-level reporting and presentations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver large-scale transformation programmes across TPRM
• Establish and manage programme governance, PMO structures, RAID management, reporting, and executive steering committees.
• Drive strategic change initiatives from design through implementation, ensuring alignment to regulatory and business objectives.
• Provide thought leadership and industry best practice recommendations to senior management.
• Build strong relationships with executive and senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and securing programme buy-in.
• Develop high-quality reports, executive briefings, and board-level materials that clearly articulate risks, progress, outcomes, and strategic recommendations.
• Create compelling and visually impactful PowerPoint presentations for senior leadership forums, committees, and regulators.
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation, operating model enhancement, and risk reduction.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across risk, operations, technology, procurement, and business functions.
• Monitor programme performance, benefits realisation, and transformation outcomes.

Required Experience

5+ years' experience across at least two of the following disciplines:

• Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
• Operational Resilience
• Business Continuity & Incident Management (BCIM)
• Proven track record leading complex transformation programmes or PMO functions within regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and change delivery frameworks.
• Demonstrable experience presenting to C-suite executives, board committees, and senior stakeholders.
• Experience producing executive-level reporting, strategy papers, and programme updates.

Key Skills

• Programme & Portfolio Management
• Transformation Delivery
• PMO Leadership
• Executive Stakeholder Management
• Governance & Reporting
• Operational Resilience
• TPRM
• BCIM
• Strategic Planning
• Change Management
• Risk Management
• Executive Communications
• PowerPoint Storytelling & Presentation Design

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a polished and credible transformation professional who combines strong programme delivery expertise with outstanding communication skills. They will be comfortable operating at executive level, influencing senior stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear strategic messages, and creating high-impact presentations that support decision-making and drive change across the organisation.