IT Risk Manager - Third-Party specialist

Technology & Innovation Risk (Project) Manager

Help Rabobank manage third-party risks across a network of 50+ experts, strengthening operational resilience in a fast-changing digital environment.

You & your role

How do you keep control over third-party risks while Rabobank rapidly adopts new technologies like cloud and AI?

As Technology & Innovation Risk (Project) Manager, you know the secrets of managing complex third-party risks in a digital banking environment. You strengthen risk management frameworks while driving change initiatives.

You work across domains like IT, Procurement, and Risk to improve policies, monitor risks, and ensure that Rabobank stays resilient and in control.

Examples from practice

• Designing and improving the third-party risk and control framework, including outsourcing structures and policies
• Monitoring and analysing third-party risk profiles, translating insights into clear reporting for senior stakeholders and risk committees
• Leading cross-functional initiatives with Procurement, IT and Risk teams to implement new regulations and strengthen operational resilience

Facts & figures

• 36-40 hours per week
• A team of around 50+ IT risk professionals
• Over 48,000 Rabobank colleagues worldwide

Top 3 responsibilities

• Develop and implement third-party risk policies by translating regulatory changes into practical frameworks and ensuring consistent adoption across the bank
• Strengthen the risk and control framework by challenging stakeholders, improving controls, and aligning risk domains such as security and continuity
• Monitor and report third-party risks by analysing risk profiles, identifying trends, and delivering clear insights to senior stakeholders and committees

You play a key role in ensuring Rabobank can safely innovate while maintaining strong control over external dependencies and operational resilience.

Together we achieve more than alone

We believe in the power of differences. By combining people's differences, we become an even better bank. We're curious about what you'll bring to our team at Technology & Innovation Risk Management.

The 50+ members of Technology & Innovation Risk Management safeguard Rabobank’s operational resilience by overseeing technology and third-party risks. Collaboration is our way of working; as one analytical and expert team within Rabobank. We work closely across domains to ensure a consistent and future-proof approach to risk.

Work on yourself & the world around you

How do you grow yourself while contributing to global transitions in food and energy?

For us, your development and that of society go hand in hand. That is why we want to invest in you and work together to create a better world. We summarize this in one sentence: "at Rabobank, you work on yourself and the world around you simultaneously."

This is reflected in your personal development budget, our hybrid work environment, and a good work-life balance. You can also work on financial solutions for our clients and contribute to transitions in food and energy, helping to create a more sustainable society.

Why everyone is welcome at Rabobank

How do we make sure everyone feels heard and valued at work?

At Rabobank, we’re working toward a culture where everyone feels welcome. We value our differences and use them to collaborate more effectively and make better decisions. We do this step by step, paying attention to what’s going well and where we can improve. By being open to different perspectives, we create an environment where colleagues feel heard and valued.

You & your talent

• University level education with a relevant Master’s degree in risk management or IT
• Relevant certifications such as CISM, CISSP, CRISC or RE
• Strong understanding of operational and non-financial risk management
• Analytical thinking
• Stakeholder management
• Organisational awareness

You & the application process

Responding to the vacancy Technology & Innovation Risk (Project) Manager by Rabobank can until July 20th of 2026. Due to a well disserved holiday of the hiring manager, we will be reviewing the incoming resumes after his return in the week of July.

• For substantive questions about this role: Klaas Leendert Leijendekker, Technology & Innovation Risk (Project) Manager via klaas.leendert.leijendekker@rabobank.nl. As Klaas Leendert is on holiday from the 15th of June, during his vacation you can reach out to Arjen Hoogendijk via arjen.hoogendijk@rabobank.nl for substantive questions.
• Questions about working at Rabobank and the procedure? Joris Opdam, Corporate Recruiter via joris.opdam@rabobank.nl
• If you are invited for an interview. Bo, our virtual assistant, will contact you via SMS and email to schedule the interviews
• You can find answers to frequently asked questions at Rabobank.jobs/en/faq
• Assessments can be part of the application process
• A reliability assessment is apart of the procedure
• We respect your privacy.

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