Description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Specialist to drive and strengthen the regional third-party risk and outsourcing framework across APAC, with a particular focus on Singapore, Japan, and China.

If you are passionate about regulatory excellence, risk mitigation, and digital resilience in financial services, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful regional impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage outsourcing and third-party risk governance across APAC, ensuring compliance with local

regulations (e.g., MAS Notice 658, JFSA, CAC).

• Implement and maintain the regional TPRM program, aligning with the global framework to strengthen vendor

risk management practices.

• Serve as the Local Outsourcing Coordinator, maintaining the outsourcing register and acting as the main liaison

for business-retained functions.

• Partner with Head Office teams to ensure effective implementation of global TPRM standards across the region.
• Monitor vendor performance, incidents, and escalations, ensuring timely reporting to management committees.
• Conduct vendor risk assessments, contract reviews, and compliance reporting.
• Provide expert guidance and training on outsourcing, third-party, and technology risk management.
• Support internal/external audits and regulatory inspections, preparing relevant documentation and reports.
• Continuously review and enhance TPRM processes to align with evolving regulatory frameworks and best

practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in third-party risk, outsourcing governance, or operational risk within the banking or financial

services sector.

• Strong understanding of MAS outsourcing and technology risk regulations; familiarity with JFSA, FSA, NFRA, or

CAC frameworks is advantageous.

• Hands-on experience with vendor risk assessments, governance frameworks, and regulatory engagement.
• Knowledge of DORA regulations is an advantage.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills.

If you're ready to take on a strategic regional role in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment - we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please reach out to manisha@kstalentsolutions.com