IT Vendor Governance Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an IT Vendor Governance Specialist to manage our technology suppliers within a regulated financial services environment. You will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, maintain strong data controls, and support effective service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate IT supplier onboarding, due diligence and risk assessments in line with CPC and internal governance requirements.
• Support ongoing vendor governance activities, including assurance reviews, issue tracking and supplier engagement.
• Monitor supplier performance against agreed SLAs and KPIs, escalating issues where required.
• Collaborate with IT, Risk, Procurement and Finance to maintain effective data, resilience and operational controls.
• Prepare clear management information and reporting on vendor performance, data risks and compliance for senior stakeholders.

Required profile

• Experience in IT vendor management, third‑party risk, outsourcing governance or operational risk within financial services.
• Working knowledge of regulatory expectations relating to CPC compliance, data controls and supplier risk (e.g., DORA, CP138, CP140).
• Practical experience supporting supplier onboarding and ongoing due diligence or assurance activities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess supplier data, performance metrics and risk information.
• Confident communicator able to work effectively across technical and non‑technical teams.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive market‑leading salary.
• Generous pension matching up to 14%.
• Annual performance‑related bonus and pay review.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Health & dental insurance contributions.
• Aviva Matching Share Plan, Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme.
• Professional qualification support and transparent career progression.
• Flexible benefits, including sustainability options such as cycle‑to‑work.