We are seeking a Business Continuity & Resilience Officer to support and enhance our client's Operational Resilience and Business Continuity Management programmes. This role is ideal for someone with experience in UK Financial Services who is ready to take ownership of continuity planning, resilience governance, and stakeholder engagement across the organisation.
Role Overview
You will work closely with business stakeholders to maintain Business Impact Analyses (BIAs), Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), and wider Operational Resilience documentation. You will provide guidance, challenge, and training to ensure our resilience framework meets regulatory expectations and industry best practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and challenge Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) and Business Continuity Plans (BCPs)
- Review recovery strategy testing outputs and provide recommendations
- Deliver training and guidance on Business Continuity and Operational Resilience best practice
- Support governance documentation including business service classification, critical path mapping, resource mapping and impact tolerance setting
- Assist with Operational Resilience scenario testing
- Conduct Business Continuity and Operational Resilience due diligence on third-party suppliers
- Contribute to risk reporting, dashboards and committee papers
- Maintain 2nd line policies, standards and guidance documents
- Support the Senior Operational Resilience Manager and Risk Director in developing and maturing resilience programmes
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- 2+ years' experience in business continuity, operational resilience or technology resilience within UK Financial Services
- Strong understanding of Business Continuity best practice
- Knowledge of FCA Operational Resilience requirements
- Experience reviewing and challenging continuity plans and test results
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical guidance
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and risk management tools
If you are keen to shape and design strong resilience practices in a leading high profile brand as a no.1 Insurer in the UK, then
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Business Continuity & Resilience Officer employer: Pure Search
As a Senior Compliance Business Partner, you'll join a dynamic and supportive team that values collaboration and innovation in the heart of the UK financial services sector. Our hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, while our commitment to employee development ensures you have ample opportunities for growth and advancement. With a focus on fair value and customer-centric decision-making, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business in a culture that prioritises accountability and excellence.
