TPM Assessments Operations Expert (/f/m/x)

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Job Description: DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology center 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 actively assesses third‑party documentation across a range of Risk Types, which may include Data Protection, Data & Records Management, Anti‑Financial Crime, Compliance, HR, Model Risk, Operational Resilience and other regulated risk domains, depending on business needs. 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), particularly in relation to complex, judgement‑based and regulated assessment topics. 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 complex third party risk assessments across relevant Risk Types are performed to a high standard, including effective challenge of evidence, identification of control gaps, and documentation of risks and remediation actions, supporting alignment with global regulatory expectations and internal frameworks. Management of Escalations & Information : Act as the initial point of contact for critical and complex assessment issues, including managing escalations related to risk findings, control deficiencies, and remediation plans. Support the provision of regular metrics and qualitative insights to communicate assessment outcomes and emerging risk themes across new and existing supplier engagements. Relationship Management : Build and maintain strong partnerships with key stakeholders across Divisions, Risk Type Controllers and external Third Parties to support effective risk assessment, challenge and remediation. Work collaboratively with colleagues to support compliance with policies, standards and procedures and to drive continuous improvement of the TPM process. Governance : Serve as a key point of contact for assigned assessment matters, maintaining high‑quality, audit‑ready documentation to support effective oversight and decision‑making. Consistently demonstrates and reinforces the core values of the organization through professional judgement, integrity and accountability. Skills Demonstrated professional experience in one or more Risk Types is required (e.g. GDP, Data Protection, Data & Records Management, AFC, Compliance, HR, Model Risk, Operational Resilience or similar) within a financial services organization or similarly regulated environment. Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills with a structured, risk focused approach to work and the ability to independently assess complex documentation. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and sound professional judgement when interpreting regulatory requirements, policies and control standards. Results oriented with a pragmatic approach to risk mitigation. Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed organization, managing competing priorities and engaging confidently with senior stakeholders. Proactive, accountable and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy. Advanced knowledge of English, both written and spoken. Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, 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. 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. Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group. We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.