Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant enterprise risk experience in the banking, insurance, or other financial services space.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of business continuity planning principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in designing and implementing business continuity plans, including disaster recovery management, within a complex organizational structure.
• Proficiency in conducting business impact analysis, risk assessments, and stress testing.
• Familiarity with applicable regulations and industry standards related to business continuity planning in the financial services sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and develop practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in coordinating and conducting business continuity exercises, including tabletop discussions and simulation exercises.
• Knowledge of BCP audits and their associated requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive business continuity planning framework, policies, and procedures to ensure effective response and recovery from potential disruptions across the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and manage risks related to business continuity, focusing on financial risk, operational risk, and other associated risks.
• Conduct business impact analysis to identify critical business functions, prioritize them, and develop appropriate continuity strategies and recovery objectives.
• Design and maintain business continuity plans, including disaster recovery plans, ensuring they align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and conduct training and awareness programs to ensure employees across the organization understand their roles and responsibilities in business continuity planning and disaster recovery management.
• Perform regular stress testing and scenario analysis to assess the effectiveness and adequacy of the business continuity plans.
• Coordinate and conduct business continuity exercises, including tabletop discussions and simulation exercises, to test the organization’s readiness and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure their business continuity plans align with the organization’s requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide relevant documentation and information for business continuity audits.
• Monitor and evaluate emerging trends and developments in business continuity planning, providing recommendations for enhancements to keep the organization resilient and prepared for potential disruptions.
• Collaborate with the Head of Risk to provide regular updates and reports on business continuity planning activities and findings to senior management.
• Foster a culture of business continuity awareness and readiness within the organization by continuously communicating and promoting the importance of business continuity planning.
• Stay informed about applicable regulations and standards related to business continuity planning and ensure compliance within the organization.

Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant enterprise risk experience in the banking, insurance, or other financial services space.