Job description
We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.
Capital.com is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Third Party Risk Officer to support the continued development, operational implementation and ongoing maintenance of our third-party and outsourcing risk management framework. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in risk, compliance, or operational controls to contribute to building a best-in-class risk function within a fast-paced, growing fintech environment.
As the Risk Officer, you will play a key role in supporting assessments, due diligence, governance activities, and monitoring of third-party risk. You’ll collaborate closely with stakeholders across Risk, Procurement, Legal, Compliance, Technology, and business units to ensure regulatory requirements and internal standards are met.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support & Risk Assessments
- Assist in the execution of third-party and outsourcing risk assessments and criticality reviews.
- Support the completion of due diligence activities, documenting findings and identifying control gaps.
- Coordinate with business owners to maintain third-party inventories and risk registers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Framework Embedding
- Work closely with the Third Party Risk Manager to roll out the third-party and outsourcing risk framework across the Group.
- Use and maintain tools, templates, and trackers provided by the Third Party Risk Manager to ensure consistency and compliance with internal policy.
- Help identify opportunities to improve process efficiency and control effectiveness.
Governance and Reporting
- Assist in preparing governance forum packs, MI dashboards, and status updates for internal stakeholders.
- Maintain records of risk events, control breaches, and remediation activities.
- Track and escalate overdue actions or unresolved risks in accordance with the escalation procedures.
Monitoring and Controls
- Support vendor performance monitoring by collecting and analysing KPI/KRI/SLA data.
- Conduct periodic control testing or quality reviews to verify compliance with policies.
- Maintain, periodically review and update the company’s Register of Information.
- Log and escalate any identified weaknesses or non-compliance in the risk processes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Training
- Act as a point of contact for business teams seeking support on third-party risk activities.
- Help facilitate training sessions and awareness campaigns under the guidance of the Third Party Risk Manager.
- Support first-line teams in adopting risk tools and practices by offering guidance and troubleshooting.
Skills & Experience Required
- Degree in Business, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience.
- 1–3 years of experience in risk management, compliance, procurement, IT or audit—ideally within financial services or a regulated environment.
- Familiarity with third-party risk concepts, due diligence processes, and regulatory guidelines (e.g., FCA, EBA, DORA).
- Experience using risk assessment tools, issue tracking, or audit software is a plus.
- Strong analytical and organisational skills; detail-oriented and process-driven.
- Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills; comfortable working across functions and time zones.
- Hands-on approach, eagerness to learn and contribute to a growing function with evolving responsibilities.
What you will get in return:
- Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
- Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you—because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.
- Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance. #LI-Remote
- Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
- Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
- Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
- Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
- Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights!
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
What you will get in return:
• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
• Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
• Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
Applicable for Poland: Our company has an Internal Reporting Procedure. It is available from the Human Resources Department upon request [email protected]. You may report a violation referred to in the Procedure under the terms specified therein.
