Business Continuity Manager

1 week ago


Portsmouth UK, Hampshire, United Kingdom TalentHawk Full time

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Business Continuity Manager to join our clients team as a permanent Business-As-Usual (BAU) resource. In this critical role, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and executing comprehensive business continuity and disaster recovery plans. Your primary focus will be on ensuring the organization's resilience in the face of potential disruptions, particularly in scenarios where we lose access to our sites and systems.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and update business continuity plans and disaster recovery strategies to ensure the organization's preparedness for various risk scenarios.
  • Lead and manage the execution of business continuity plans during major incidents, including loss of access to sites, system outages, and other disruptions.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that all critical business functions have robust continuity plans in place.
  • Coordinate and facilitate regular testing and simulation exercises to validate the effectiveness of business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of all continuity plans, including logging plans for major system outages and updating them as necessary.
  • Provide training and awareness programs to ensure that all staff understand their roles in the business continuity process.
  • Monitor and evaluate emerging risks and trends to ensure that continuity plans are aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.



Qualifications and Experience:

  • Proven experience in business continuity management, disaster recovery planning, and crisis management.
  • Strong understanding of risk assessment and business impact analysis methodologies.
  • Experience in leading and coordinating incident response efforts during major disruptions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and make informed decisions in high-stress situations.
  • Relevant certifications in business continuity or disaster recovery (e.g., CBCP, MBCP) are desirable.


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