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Head of Business Continuity and Resilience

London

Head of Business Continuity and Resilience

  1. Permanent
£90,000 - £110,000 per annum
BBBH187893

London

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Role Overview:
To develop and own the internal framework for Business Continuity Management and Operational Resilience

Responsibilities:

  • To develop and own the internal framework for Business Continuity Management and Operational Resilience.
  • Create and deliver the business continuity and operational resilience strategy for the Bank
  • To work with Business Continuity Co-ordinators in all key business units to embed industry best practice and ensure that all staff are prepared for business continuity events.
  • Constantly drive improvements in the process and resilience outcomes for the bank, it's customers and other stakeholders
  • To review and develop further the BIA forms relevant to each business unit.
  • To co-ordinate training and awareness campaigns covering BCM and OR.
  • Review annually the IBS products and services and make any necessary updates.
  • Work closely with third parties to carry out business continuity and exit planning.

    Skills/knowledge required:
    ? Previous experience in financial services
    ? Ten years' experience in a BCM role within a high volume, fast moving Operations environment
    ? Experience of re-engineering processes and recommending / documenting improvements/ requirements
    ? Able to work in a collaborative, methodical and organised manner.
    ? Ability to work with multiple stakeholders, across a variety of departments
    ? Understanding of IBS establishment and selection criteria

    IT system skills.
    ? Able to challenge BAU processes and introduce effective improvements
    ? Strong communication and attention to detail.
    ? Team player with an aptitude to learn.
    ? Sensitive to customer needs and expectations.
    ? Able to work to deadlines.
    ? Ability to work under pressure and able to multi-task.

    The following highlights relevant Conduct Rules under the Senior Managers Regime. The Bank will provide separate detailed guidance and training on these responsibilities.

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