Business Continuity Manager

*Emirati Talent*

As part of our commitment to Emiratization, only UAE Nationals holding the Family Book will be considered for this role.

Job Purpose: As the Business Continuity Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Bank's Business Continuity Management (BCM), Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP), and Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) frameworks. You will ensure that the bank is well-prepared for any disruptions, whether due to internal or external factors, and that third-party relationships are effectively managed to mitigate risks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain the bank's Business Continuity Management program, perform risk assessments, coordinate testing, and ensure alignment with strategic goals for business resilience across critical functions.
2. Develop, test, and improve the bank's Disaster Recovery Plan to ensure rapid recovery of critical IT infrastructure, collaborating with IT and stakeholders to meet RTO/RPO goals and maintain compliance.
3. Oversee and manage the bank's Third-Party Risk Management framework, ensuring vendors are assessed and monitored for risks such as data privacy and cybersecurity, while aligning with regulatory compliance and risk management policies.
4. Develop mitigation plans for high-risk vendors and work closely with the procurement, legal, and compliance teams to ensure third-party contracts align with risk management policies.
5. Report to senior management on BCM, DRP, and TPRM programs, maintaining thorough documentation and conducting post-incident reviews to enhance strategies. Stay updated on industry trends to keep frameworks current.
6. Collaborate across departments to integrate BCM, DRP, and TPRM initiatives, serving as a liaison for vendors and auditors, while ensuring strategies align with the bank's risk management framework and objectives.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, Risk Management, IT, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• Professional certification in CISI, CBCP, CIPPE, ISO Lead Auditor etc.,
• Crypto and Blockchain Understanding is a plus.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Banking out of which at least 5 years’ experience in Operational risk and Business Continuity fields
• Strong understanding of processes, procedures, and controls within financial services
• Procedural and structural mindset.