Vice President, AI/ML Vendor Risk & Contract Management jobs in United States
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Chase · 22 hours ago

Vice President, AI/ML Vendor Risk & Contract Management

Chase is one of the oldest financial institutions, offering innovative financial solutions to a wide range of clients. They are seeking a Vice President to manage risks related to AI/ML and oversee vendor risk governance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards.

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Responsibilities

Oversee vendor selection, onboarding, renewal, and rationalization for high-value and high-risk engagements, ensuring alignment with business goals, risk appetite, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with tech-echo systems
Lead and enhance vendor risk governance frameworks, with a focus on AI/ML, cyber, and information security risks, in partnership with cross-functional teams
Lead implementation and improvement of vendor value and AI/ML risk governance in partnership with teams like Controls, Data, Legal, Technology
Maintain SOPs, playbooks, and best practices for vendor risk, renewals, and AI/ML governance
Establish and monitor KPIs and metrics for vendor performance, risk exposure, and mitigation effectiveness
Lead cross-functional teams in risk reviews, governance routines, and process improvements
Prepare and deliver reports and presentations on vendor risk and performance to senior management
Foster strong relationships with internal partners (HR, Controls, Tech, Legal, Finance) to resolve issues and drive improvement
Drive assessment and mitigation of cyber risks in vendor engagements, partnering with technology, risk, and compliance teams
Enable Delivery Manager with onboarding project execution, providing leadership visibility of progress
Stay current on industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies in vendor risk, AI/ML, and cyber risk; recommend process enhancements

Qualification

Vendor risk governanceAI/ML risk managementProject managementCyber risk managementContract evaluationProcess optimizationAnalytical skillsEthical standardsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree
7+ years of progressive experience in project management, risk management, or a related discipline, with a track record of leading high-impact initiatives and cross-functional teams
Deep understanding of vendor risk governance, including AI/ML risk management, cyber risk, and complex contract evaluation and renewal processes for high-value engagements
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business challenges, develop innovative solutions, and drive strategic change in a dynamic environment
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and present to senior leadership and diverse stakeholder groups
Experience designing, implementing, and optimizing processes, SOPs, and metrics to ensure operational rigor, compliance, and continuous improvement
Familiarity with emerging technologies, data analytics, and automation tools to enhance vendor risk management and reporting
Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across HR, Technology, Legal, Compliance, and Finance teams
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver results under pressure, and adapt to evolving business needs and regulatory requirements
High ethical standards and sound judgment in handling sensitive information, risk decisions, and confidential vendor relationships

Preferred

Master's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Technology, or a related field
Professional certifications such as Certified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar credentials
Demonstrated experience in driving process automation, digital transformation, or leveraging advanced analytics to enhance vendor risk management and operational efficiency
In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks and industry standards governing vendor risk, AI/ML, and cyber risk in financial services or highly regulated environments
Proven success in leading organizational change, influencing culture, and implementing best practices across large, complex organizations
Experience managing vendor risk and governance across multiple geographies, cultures, and regulatory jurisdictions
Track record of contributing to industry forums, publishing insights, or presenting at conferences on vendor risk, AI/ML governance, or cyber risk topics

Benefits

Comprehensive health care coverage
On-site health and wellness centers
A retirement savings plan
Backup childcare
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health support
Financial coaching

Company

Chase provides broad range of financial services. It is a sub-organization of JP Morgan Chase.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Mike McDonnell
Managing Director, Head of Chase Travel Platform Product
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Nicole Sanchez
Managing Director, Consumer Bank, GM and Product Executive, Growth Financial Products
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