About the role
A vacancy has arisen for a Business Continuity Manager within the Risk Division to lead the effective management of Business Continuity (BC) and Operational Resilience (OR) and oversee the Group Disaster Recovery (DR) programme in IT. The successful candidate will have responsibility for:
- Leading a team to investigate, challenge, negotiate and advise on the approach to BC, OR and Disaster Recovery and highlight areas of concern outside risk appetites with recommendations for improvement to stakeholders in line with Group policies and procedures, market best practice and regulatory requirements
- Designing, planning and delivering BC exercises on departmental and group wide BC plans
- Training all levels of incident managers and BC planners on a 1:1 basis or through training forums
- Understand and manage our third party BC / DR risks with Business Relationship Managers. Escalate to NFUM executive management when issues are identified that may adversely impact the NFUM risk profile or breach risk appetite to ensure the impact on the NFUM risk profile is understood
- Oversee the analysis of risk data (including lesson learnt reviews) within NFUM in order to produce meaningful and timely Management Information to governance committees and the executive management to identify and manage BC / DR risk trends across NIMFUM; and then work with senior stakeholders to build strategies and develop processes in order to mitigate the impact on the organisation
- Define the Group’s BC, Incident Management (IM) and DR policies and risk frameworks so they are in line with current regulations and best practice; and monitor and oversee the maintenance of an enterprise wide exceptions register to policy compliance
- Provide expert technical advice, support and assurance to senior stakeholders, individuals and data owners in their responsibilities and obligations under the ISO 22301 and FCA / PRA standards to ensure corporate and regulatory compliance with relevant legislation and best practice.
What we're looking for
- Recognised BC certification e.g. MBCI
- Degree or equivalent appropriate professional qualification
- Expert experience of Business Continuity (BC) within a 2nd line assurance function e.g. understanding of BC risk frameworks, policies and risk reporting
- Track record of running BC exercises
- An expert understanding of control principles and practices and familiarity with the ISO 22301
- Excellent written, oral and presentation and influencing skills to describe conclusions and recommend solutions
- Experience of managing incidents
- Knowledge of the UK Financial Services/Insurance industry is desirable
- A background in IT risk management is desirable
- IT qualification e.g CRISC; but not essential but willing to work towards the qualification
What we can offer
At NFU Mutual we pride ourselves on being “a great place to work” and one of only 39 companies across the globe. We were also named in the LinkedIn Top 25 Companies List 2021 for career development. When you join us, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits including:
- A Competitive Salary
- Annual bonus (up to 25%)
- Contributory pension scheme (maximum of 12% company contribution)
- 28 days holiday per annum (additional holiday purchase scheme)
- Private medical insurance
- Employee discounts
- Gym subsidy
- Health and wellbeing plan
- Discounted Insurance on all NFU Mutual Policies
About us
One of the UK’s leading general insurance and financial services companies, NFU Mutual has been meeting our customers’ needs for over 100 years. As an employee you are very important to us. We empower and inspire you to perform, offer opportunities to grow and we recognise and reward you for your contribution.
At NFU Mutual we look for people like you, who have customers at the heart of what you do. You recognise that your customers’ financial lives can only benefit by having a financial plan in place that reflects their circumstances both now and in the future.
Business Continuity Manager employer: NFU Mutual
NFU Mutual is an excellent employer that values collaboration and innovation, offering a hybrid work model that allows for 80% homeworking. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive work culture, team members are encouraged to grow their skills in data analysis and coding while making a real impact on customer outcomes. The Stratford-upon-Avon office provides a vibrant environment where employees can connect with colleagues across various departments, enhancing both professional and personal growth.
