Vendor Relationship Risk Specialist

PNC

. Support onboarding, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring processes for third-party vendors .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $52,500 - $87,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor management and third-party risk management, with a strong focus on compliance and performance improvement. Capable of effective communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure adherence to processes and regulatory standards.

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Vendor ManagementThird-Party Risk ManagementComplianceCritical ThinkingOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentPerformance KPIsDocumentation ManagementData Quality ManagementContract Review

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationCollaborative MindsetProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Risk Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Vendor OnboardingDue DiligenceRegulatory ComplianceProcurementBusiness Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support onboarding, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring processes for third-party vendors
Coordinate vendor and internal stakeholder due diligence assessments, risk assessments, remediation, performance KPIs, and performance meetings
Facilitate calls between vendors and internal stakeholders
Track program deliverables, due diligence documentation, and timelines
Communicate with vendors and internal partners to complete tasks
Identify and escalate risks, issues, or delays
Maintain documentation, process adherence, and data quality
Identify and manage risks associated with products or services to improve vendor performance and regulatory compliance
Interpret vendor and organizational needs and provide specifications and risk mitigation solutions
Review new and existing contract assignments for regulatory compliance
Consult with vendors to remediate assessment risks and drive improvement opportunities
Prepare reports and documents for management review

Requirements

What you’ll need

University/college degree typically required, or comparable combination of education, job-specific certification(s), and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
2+ years of relevant professional experience
Experience in vendor management, third-party risk management, compliance, procurement, or related business operations
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective communication and collaborative mindset
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with risk management tools is a plus
Must not require employment visa sponsorship
No required certifications or licenses
No required or preferred language assessments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/prescription drug coverage with a Health Savings Account feature
Dental and vision options
Employee and spouse/child life insurance
Short- and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
Pension plan
Stock purchase plan
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
Robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year
15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
Incentive eligible with payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance