Business Continuity Partner

Securing our critical infrastructure – and therefore the country\’s energy infrastructure – is all in a day\’s work for this crucial team who use cutting-edge security practices to protect our organisation.We are Smart DCCTogether we\’re building a greener tomorrowConnecting every home and business to a single, secure smart meter network is a huge undertaking. So you can imagine the scale – and variety – and opportunities for the people who\’ll help us do it.The roleLondon Based (Hybrid working model, 2 days a week office based, 3 days remote)Competitive Salary plus performance related bonusBe the force behind continuity. Shape resilience that matters.Are you ready to lead from the front and make a meaningful impact? Join a high-performing, values-led Business Resilience team with a proven track record of delivering results that matter. As our Business Continuity Partner, you’ll take ownership of our Business Continuity Management System (BCMS), covering two ISO 22301-certified sites, and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our operational resilience.We’re looking for a proactive, forward-thinking professional who thrives on autonomy, brings fresh ideas to the table, and can drive both planning and cultural change. This is more than just a compliance role—it’s about elevating our resilience posture and embedding continuity thinking across the organisation.What will you be doing?You’ll lead the end-to-end delivery of our Business Continuity Management Framework, ensuring it remains fully aligned with ISO 22301 standards. This includes maintaining our certification through annual audits and recertification cycles, as well as overseeing all supporting documentation and governance processes.Working closely with teams across the business, you’ll facilitate Business Impact Analyses and support the creation of practical, risk-informed Business Continuity Plans. You’ll design and deliver a range of continuity exercises—everything from table-top scenarios to integrated tests—and manage our BCMS platform to ensure plans remain current, effective, and user-friendly.In the event of disruption, you’ll play a lead role in coordinating our response, chairing continuity meetings, and capturing lessons learned. You’ll also drive awareness and engagement through onboarding, training, and internal campaigns, helping to embed continuity into our culture.Finally, you\’ll collaborate with Crisis Management and BCDR colleagues to strengthen enterprise-wide resilience, while keeping a close eye on internal and external trends to inform our ongoing development and improvement.What are we looking for?Proactive & Self-Directed – You take initiative and deliver without being micromanaged.Confident Communicator – You engage and influence stakeholders with credibility.Tenacious & Results-Oriented – You drive progress and follow through.Innovative Thinker – You challenge the status quo with ideas that add value.Analytical & Structured – You bring clarity, structure, and precision to complex problems.Collaborative – You work across teams to build resilience at every level.Resilience Advocate – You don’t just do continuity—you live and breathe it.About the DCC:At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want – we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.Company benefits:The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.If there are any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact stephanie.owen@peregrineresourcing.com or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and you’ll hear from us regarding its progress.Join the DCC and discover the power of you.What to do nowChoose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.As a Disability Confident member, DCC is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, need a copy of this job advert in an alternative format, or have any other questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact stephanie.owen@peregrineresourcing.comPlease click here for the Capita statement.We believe in our purpose. Together, we work as one team, always looking for ways to improve and support DCC’s role in a low-carbon future.Act with integrityWe treat everyone with kindness, consideration and respect. We keep our promises to our customers. And if something doesn’t feel right, we speak up.Be accountableYou can depend on our word. We’re clear about our roles and we take the initiative, while respecting the processes we have in place.Personal DevelopmentOur training and development opportunities help you be your best self – from regular 1-2-1s all the way up to professional qualifications.Group income protectionProvides a continuous income if you\’re unable to work due to illness or injury for more than 26 weeks.Pension PlansOur Capita Choice partners will match the salary contributions you make to your pension up to 5%, depending on your plan and time with us.Flexible HolidaysNeed more time off? Increase your standard 25 days of leave by buying extra to rest, spend time with family or satisfy your wanderlust.Cycle to Work SchemeWe’re big on keeping things green. If you want to cycle to work, we\’ll loan you the gear through salary sacrifice to make it tax-efficient.As we all transition to a new normal, we can help you find the hybrid working pattern that suits you and your team best.Step 1Find and apply for a roleAll vacancies are posted on our careers site on a page like this one, where you can apply online. You\’ll be asked to submit a short application form so we can find out more about you. Due to the high volume of applications, you\’ll only hear back from us if you\’ve been successful.Step 2Chat with a recruiterOnce you pass the initial screening stage, one of our recruiters will be in touch to chat through the role and your experience. If all goes well, your application will be passed on to the hiring manager, who\’ll put together a shortlist for interview.Step 3Come for an interviewFor most roles there\’ll be a two-stage interview process, which will include questions about your CV, competency and technical skills. For more senior positions there could be an additional interview stage. You may also be asked to give a presentation or complete a technical test, but we\’ll let you know in advance so you have plenty of time to prepare.Step 4Receive an offerOnce the interview process has been completed the successful candidate will receive an offer. Throughout the interview process the recruiter and hiring manager are happy to answer any questions you have. We want to make sure you have all the information you need to decide whether DCC and the role are right for you.ApplyBusiness Continuity PartnerLocationLocation:ManchesterJob typeJob type:PERMANENTDoes this sound like the role for you? 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