Analyst, Vendor Risk Management - Remote
Overview
Upgrade is a fintech company that provides affordable and responsible credit, mobile banking, and payment products to everyday consumers. We were the fastest growing company in the Americas last year according to the Financial Times and Upgrade Card was the fastest growing credit card in America two years in a row. We have delivered over $33 billion in affordable and responsible credit to our 5.5M customers. The company is backed by some of the most prominent technology investors and was recently valued at $6.3B.
In Short
Timely review of new requests to determine initial approvals and requests required
Perform risk assessments on potential vendors and new services from existing third parties
Collaborate with business owners and vendors to request necessary due diligence documentation
Conduct risk-based due diligence on third parties and document results
Manage timely completion of requests and follow-ups to third parties
Work closely with business stakeholders, Legal, Compliance, Product, and Information Security teams
Prepare summaries of vendor materials reviewed
Assist with ongoing, risk-based oversight for higher risk third parties
Help maintain and manage Upgrade's vendor inventory
Ensure that vendor reviews and statuses are accurately maintained
Requirements
1-2 years of third party vendor management, risk management, or compliance experience preferred
Able to take direction and ownership of very detailed and complex processes
Solid project management, critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Natural curiosity and confidence to ask clarifying questions
Benefits
Competitive salary and stock option plan
100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible PTO
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Paid parental leave
Health & wellness initiatives
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Upgrade is a fintech company that provides affordable and responsible credit, mobile banking, and payment products to everyday consumers. We were the fastest growing company in the Americas last year according to the Financial Times and Upgrade Card was the fastest growing credit card in America two years in a row. We have delivered over $33 billion in affordable and responsible credit to our 5.5M customers. The company is backed by some of the most prominent technology investors and was recently valued at $6.3B.
In Short
Timely review of new requests to determine initial approvals and requests required
Perform risk assessments on potential vendors and new services from existing third parties
Collaborate with business owners and vendors to request necessary due diligence documentation
Conduct risk-based due diligence on third parties and document results
Manage timely completion of requests and follow-ups to third parties
Work closely with business stakeholders, Legal, Compliance, Product, and Information Security teams
Prepare summaries of vendor materials reviewed
Assist with ongoing, risk-based oversight for higher risk third parties
Help maintain and manage Upgrade's vendor inventory
Ensure that vendor reviews and statuses are accurately maintained
Requirements
1-2 years of third party vendor management, risk management, or compliance experience preferred
Able to take direction and ownership of very detailed and complex processes
Solid project management, critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Natural curiosity and confidence to ask clarifying questions
Benefits
Competitive salary and stock option plan
100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible PTO
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Paid parental leave
Health & wellness initiatives
Apply Now