Consultant - Third Party Risk

Job Title: Third-Party Risk – Subject Matter Expert (with AML / Financial Crime Experience)


Location: Manchester/London (Hybrid)


Contract Type: Permanent/Contract (Flexible)


Overview: Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Third Party Risk Subject Matter Expert with a strong background in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and/or Financial Crime to support the delivery of complex client engagements across risk and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and contribute to high-impact programmes within highly regulated sectors.



Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject matter expert for third-party risk, with a particular focus on AML and financial crime risk exposures within vendor and supply chain relationships.
• Design and implement third-party risk frameworks, policies, and procedures tailored to clients’ regulatory and operational environments.
• Lead or support risk assessments, enhanced due diligence, and ongoing monitoring activities for third parties.
• Advise clients on emerging risks and regulatory developments (e.g., FCA, PRA, UK Money Laundering Regulations, ESG).
• Deliver client-facing workstreams and contribute to risk transformation projects, ensuring third party controls align with wider financial crime prevention strategies.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and support internal teams through knowledge sharing and upskilling.

Candidate Profile:

• Extensive experience in third party risk management, with demonstrable expertise in AML, financial crime compliance, or broader regulatory risk.
• Background in consultancy, financial services, or a similarly regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks and control environments (e.g., JMLSG Guidance, Wolfsberg Principles, ISO standards).
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, CRISC, CTPRP) are highly desirable.

Why Apply:

• Be part of a progressive consultancy shaping risk and compliance strategy across sectors.
• Engage with high-profile clients and complex regulatory challenges.
• Hybrid working model and flexible engagement options.
• Competitive remuneration, based on experience and contract type