Operational Resilience & Business Continuity Specialist
Location: Eastleigh (Hybrid)
Hours: 37.5 hours a week (Full-time, Part-time, & Job share options available)
Salary: £33,200 - £49,800 per annum (D.O.E)
Contract: Permanent
About Our Client
We are partnering with a leading UK financial services company and one of the largest car and home insurers in the country. Our client is a dynamic and innovative employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Their positive culture is reflected in their "Top Employer" status, and they are passionate about creating a supportive and collaborative environment for all employees.
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Operational Resilience Specialist to lead the development and implementation of resilience and continuity strategies. This role requires a strong operational mindset and excellent organisational skills, as you will work closely with both IT and business teams. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation is prepared to respond effectively to disruptions.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and update business continuity and resilience policies, plans, and documentation.
* Ensure that recovery objectives and impact tolerances are met.
* Collaborate with IT on continuity testing and disaster recovery planning.
* Support crisis response and recovery activities.
* Promote operational resilience and business continuity awareness through training and communications.
* Ensure compliance with group policies and regulatory requirements.
* Conduct business impact analyses and risk assessments.
* Oversee the execution of Disaster Recovery testing to ensure plans support recovery objectives.
Required Skills & Experience
* Essential experience in Business Continuity Management, planning, and testing within the financial sector.
* Experience with operational resilience and business continuity aligned with regulatory guidelines.
* A demonstrable understanding of the Business Continuity Management (BCM) Lifecycle.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with strong questioning and listening abilities.
* Strong interpersonal skills, enabling you to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior management.
* Good decision-making, team-working, and planning skills.
* A CBCI qualification or equivalent is desirable.
Client Benefits
Our client offers a wide range of benefits to support you and your family:
* Flexible Working: Enjoy a hybrid work model with flexibility around your location and working hours. Part-time and job share options are available.
* Generous Leave: A minimum of 35 days of holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy and sell days.
* Health and Wellness: Dental insurance, health cash plan, critical illness cover, and mental health first aiders.
* Financial Well-being: Annual bonus schemes, competitive pension, employee savings, and staff introduction bonuses.
* Family Support: Comprehensive maternity, paternity, and adoption leave policies.
* Employee Discounts: Access to staff discounts on insurance products, and deals on tech, including wearables and laptops.
If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, apply now to be considered for this opportunity