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Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Partnership Framework Specialist to join our Transaction Banking team at the Vice President level. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and optimizing a repeatable partner engagement framework that supports the full lifecycle of third-party vendor relationships across our various lines of business. The successful candidate will blend expertise in transaction banking operations, vendor management, and partnership enablement to streamline onboarding, accelerate time-to-market, and maximize value from strategic collaborations. Responsibilities 1. Framework Development & Optimization Design a scalable, repeatable partner framework applicable to diverse vendor types and business lines. Build flexible onboarding pathways including proof-of-concept (POC) pilots, sandbox testing environments, and full production integrations. Create clear assessment and evaluation models for vendors, ensuring alignment with the bank’s strategic goals, regulatory requirements, and operational standards. 2. Third-Party Vendor Management Oversee the vendor management lifecycle from initial identification through due diligence, onboarding, performance monitoring, and renewal / exit strategies. Collaborate with Procurement, Risk, Compliance, Technology, and other key stakeholders to ensure a seamless vendor experience while protecting the bank’s interests. Monitor vendor performance against SLAs, KPIs, and risk indicators, recommending corrective actions as needed. 3. Process Acceleration & Continuous Improvement Challenge the status quo to identify and implement opportunities to shorten onboarding timelines without compromising quality or compliance. Leverage data and feedback to drive iterative improvements to the partner framework. Recommend emerging tools, platforms, and best practices to enhance vendor collaboration and integration speed. 4. Stakeholder Engagement & Governance Act as a strategic liaison between vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of objectives, deliverables, and timelines. Establish governance processes for consistent evaluation and escalation management. Facilitate workshops and cross-functional discussions to align business needs with vendor capabilities. Qualifications & Experience Required : 6–9 years of experience in Vendor Management, Partnership Enablement, or related disciplines. Proven track record in building and managing partner or vendor engagement frameworks in a regulated financial services environment. Strong understanding of third-party risk management processes and requirements. Demonstrated success in designing and executing multiple onboarding pathways (POCs, sandboxes, integrations). Exceptional stakeholder management skills across diverse business lines. Ability to challenge existing processes constructively and lead change initiatives. Preferred : Experience in working with FinTech vendors or technology solution providers in transaction banking. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing vendor relationships (e.g., OCC, FFIEC, EBA guidelines). Background in process re-engineering, Lean, or Agile delivery methodologies. Who We Are TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day. Our Total Rewards Package Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation / incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and / or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Additional Information We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home. Colleague Development If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals. Training & Onboarding We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role. Interview Process We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call. Accommodation TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at . Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process. #J-18808-Ljbffr TD Securities (USA) LLC

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