Business Continuity Governance and Crisis Manager

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm is seeking a Business Continuity Governance and Crisis Manager in the UK. You will develop and maintain a robust Business Continuity framework while leading teams to ensure operational resilience. This role requires flexibility for travel to various sites, and offers a permanent contract with hybrid working options. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills, with extensive experience in business continuity and risk management. This position includes a company funded benefits package and numerous opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Company funded flexible benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Pension with up to 10% employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym membership

Free access to online courses via Coursera

Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in Business Continuity, Emergency Planning, and Incident Management.
• Risk Management experience.
• Strong leadership skills with experience of leading and motivating teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain an effective Business Continuity Management System.
• Develop policies and strategies for business resilience.
• Collaborate with site managers for effective BCMS implementation.

Skills

Business Continuity Management

Risk Management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Job description

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Continuity Governance and Crisis Manager UK to join our team.

The Business Continuity Governance and Crisis Manager UK will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining an effective Business Continuity and Operational Resilience Framework for the Leonardo UK Business. You will be responsible for managing the Business Continuity teams under your Isis direct control and implementing the Business Continuity Management System at all UK sites in order to preserve the continuity of our key products, processes, services and general operation during any disruptive event.

Reporting to the Head of Business Security, as part of Business Security Management Team, you will use your knowledge and experience to operate at all levels in the business in order to deliver functional and business requirements.

The role is UK based and will require flexibility to regularly travel to all Leonardo UK locations to support the delivery of the BCMS. Occasional home working will also be possible.

What you’ll do as a Business Continuity Governance and Crisis Manager UK

• Design, deliver, maintain and monitor an effective Business Continuity Management System to include Incident & Crisis Management, Business Continuity, Business Impact Analysis, Training and Exercising.
• Design, develop and enhance policies, procedures, and strategies to strengthen business resilience, continuity options and risk mitigation in line with strategic objectives.
• Support all UK sites in understanding their critical assets and infrastructure for risk awareness and escalation to respective site leads in a consistent format.
• Work closely with all UK Site Business Continuity Managers/Representatives in the effective implementation and monitoring of the BCMS.
• Play a lead role in establishing and developing the UK Crisis Management Committee.
• Play a lead role in establishing and developing the LDOUK Business Continuity Working Group.
• Design a training, testing, and exercising program to validate recovery strategies and scenario planning.
• Collaborate with Digital Solutions function in preparing Disaster Recovery plan which compliments the wider BCMS.
• Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends to keep strategies aligned and forward‑looking.
• Produce regular reports and dashboards for senior management and board‑level self‑assessments to detail divisional/site performance against governance criteria.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships, communicating confidently to promote collaboration and embedding resilience awareness across the organisation.
• Drive continuous improvement, incorporating lessons learned from incidents and validation activities.
• Manage Business Continuity budget, third party suppliers and stakeholder relationships in order to ensure cost‑effective delivery of required services.
• Act as an ambassador for Business Continuity.
• Provide leadership, direction and development to all resources necessary for the effective and timely delivery of company requirements encompassing direct reports and broader business continuity resources under your remit.

What You’ll Bring

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• Knowledge and experience in the management and application of Business Continuity, Emergency Planning and Incident Management.
• Risk Management experience.
• Strong leadership skills with experience of leading and motivating teams.
• An ability to manage and inspire diversely located team members to focus on common goals and timelines.
• Experience of implementing policy and guidance.
• Ability to engage and influence key internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage internal and external issues to deliver the business outcomes. mumkin.
• Have good planning and analytical skills.
• Have strong communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken and be able to communicate at a senior level.

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for SC security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part‑time opportunities, please talk to us.
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
• Pension: Award‑winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
• Training: Free आफू access to more than 4,000 online courses via Coursera.
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
• Bonus Scheme: In place for all employees at management level and below.

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high‑tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location

GB - Edinburgh theoretically_startانا.

Additional Locations

GB - Basildon, GB - Birmingham, GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - London, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Newcastle, GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Hybrid