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Job Description

Resilience and Business Continuity Planning Specialist

To £100000 + Bonus + Benefits

Based: London - Hybrid working model

Overview

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for operational resilience and business continuity? We are seeking an experienced Operational Resilience and Business Continuity Planning Manager to join a dynamic team. This is a permanent role based in London, with the flexibility of hybrid working. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the organisation’s ability to withstand and recover from disruptions while meeting regulatory requirements and safeguarding stakeholders. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

As the Operational Resilience and Business Continuity Manager, you will:

Design, implement, and maintain the organisation’s Operational Resilience and Business Continuity frameworks in line with regulatory standards (e.g., FCA/PRA or equivalent). Lead the Business Continuity Working Group, ensuring effective governance, clear action plans, and risk management. Coordinate and manage resilience and business continuity testing, including scenario-based and live exercises. Act as the primary coordinator for major incidents and crises, ensuring effective escalation, response, and post-incident reviews. Oversee physical security measures and collaborate with Facilities Management to mitigate risks related to premises and workplace safety. Partner with the Information Security team to align cyber resilience strategies with business continuity objectives. Assess and manage resilience risks associated with third-party suppliers and outsourced services. Prepare and present resilience and incident management reports to senior leadership and regulatory bodies. Develop and deliver training programs to foster a culture of resilience across the organisation.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should bring:

Proven expertise in Operational Resilience, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery frameworks, ideally within a regulated environment, preferably within the financial services industry. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., UK Operational Resilience policies, DORA) and experience in compliance and audit processes. Hands-on experience in incident and crisis management, including escalation, decision-making, and post-incident analysis. Familiarity with third-party and outsourcing resilience in a regulated setting. Demonstrated ability to plan and execute resilience and continuity testing, with a focus on actionable improvements. Solid understanding of cyber resilience and its integration with business continuity frameworks. Experience in overseeing physical security controls and facilities risk management. Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation. A track record of developing and delivering training programs to build organisational resilience.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to building a resilient future for our client, we encourage you to apply today! Please note: SPONSORSHIP WILL NOT BE PROVIDED BY THIS EMPLOYER.

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