Third Party Contracting - TPC, Controls

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre 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.

Group COO - Global Procurement (GP) enables Deutsche Bank (DB) to optimize supplier relationships to meet its strategic objectives

• We partner across the bank to develop and execute strategies to meet our business requirements
• We apply our understanding of the supply market and specialized procurement capabilities to optimize value created
• We enable the bank to access suppliers by identifying and mitigating vendor risks
• We manage the platforms to enable efficient purchasing of goods and services

Within GP, the Procurement Transformation & Remediation (T&R) team underpins and enables the ambitions of GP through partnering and strong alignment across the function to deliver transformation, defining learning & development and unlocking value creation. 

They cover Data & Analytics, Product Management, Strategic Procurement Process, Performance & Governance, Strategy & Engagement and Group Vendor Management Office, Third Party Contracting, and Contingent Workforce Management.

T&R Control Design: Control Workstream Objectives focus on establishing a robust and consistent control process across the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle with clear governance, defined ownership and measurable control effectiveness.

Role Description:

1.Control Identification: Ensure necessary controls are in place across the Third Party Contracting lifecycle to ensure risks are addressed consistently (close control gaps and remove duplication)

2.Control Governance: Establish clear control standards, ownership and RACI, supported by governance framework to oversee control compliance, escalation and continuous improvements (including recertification and maintenance)

3.Control Implementation & Monitoring: Ensure controls are implemented, evidenced and measurable through clear attestations, supporting tools and data to monitor design effectiveness in alignment with process and strategy

The TPC Controls AVP is responsible for supporting the development, enhancement and implementation of the Third Party Contracting (TPC) control framework across the end-to-end lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Establish reliable, standardised data foundations for contract lifecycle management, ensuring consistent capture, storage and accessibility of contract and control-related data.
• Support reporting, obligation management and control monitoring, enabling visibility of contract performance, compliance and risk across third parties.
• Ensure alignment between data, controls and technology (e.g. CLM platform), enabling integration into the broader GP TOM and analytics capabilities.
• Partner with Risk, Procurement, HR, Legal and Technology teams to implement effective data and reporting.
• Maintain data documentation, standards and relevant mappings.
• Provide data subject matter expertise to programme workstreams and key stakeholders. 

Skills:

• Strong quantitative skills.
• Experience in data architecture, capture and storage.
• Dashboarding and reporting skills.
• Experience with IT systems and tools – Power Automate, Vizier etc.
• Comfort with AI tools.
• Experience in Procurement or related functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work across business, risk, technology and operations teams.
• Experience supporting change, remediation or transformation initiatives.
• Strong documentation and attention to detail.
• Experience in Financial Services or other regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of contingent workforce management, third-party risk, HR or procurement processes is advantageous.

Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.

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.

• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.

• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.

• A culture where you can openly speak about mental health.

Physically thriving: We support you in managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive. For example, Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones, healthier ways of working and check-ups.

Socially connected: We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and well-being.

• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).

• Hybrid working model with 40% remote work.

• Options for flexible working hours.

• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, workshops, and more.

Financially secure: We support you in meeting personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.

• Meal vouchers, bonuses for referrals

Interested in more: discover what our employees value in the Well-being & Benefits hub!

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.