Head of the Third Party Contracting Centre of Excellence (TPC CoE) - PBP (f/m/x)

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology center 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.

Role Intro

The role sits within the Third Party Contracting (TPC) Centre of Excellence (CoE) team, which is part of Global Procurement. The TPC CoE is accountable for driving contracting excellence across the Bank through robust governance, continuous system, process & framework improvements and comprehensive training programs.

Lead the charge in driving excellence across all aspects of contracting and contract management at Deutsche Bank. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring a strategic mindset and a passion for operational excellence. As Head of the TPC Centre of Excellence Team, you will lead a team responsible for delivering Deutsche Bank's Third Party Contracting capability, ensuring optimal commercial and noncommercial outcomes, driving regulatory compliance and mitigating risk for the organization. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement and represent the team in key governance forums.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Third Party Contracting Centre of Excellence Team (TPC CoE).
• Oversee the optimization of contract templates and documentation management.
• Monitor the maintenance of robust third party contracting and contract management policies and procedures for Deutsche Bank.
• Ensure processes to drive high data quality within the dbContractsPro tool are regularly completed, review findings and support recommendations.
• Represent the TPC CoE in BAU governance forums, presenting key metrics and insights.
• Representing Deutsche Bank in meetings with regulators relating to the oversight of the contracting process and systems.
• Provide oversight for the continuous improvement of training materials and delivery of training.

Skills

• Proven leadership experience in a contract management or governance role.
• Deep understanding of contracting principles, contract lifecycle management, and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with contract management software and tools (Sirion or similar market-leading contract lifecycle management (CLM) technology preferred).
• Knowledge of relevant contracting industry regulations and legal requirements.
• Strong data governance and management skills.
• Strategic planning and vision setting for CoE development.
• Expertise in change management and adoption strategies (preferably for CLM technology solutions).

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 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-up's.

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

Financially secure: We support you to meet 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.

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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.