Operational Resilience Manager, Home Based

Blacklistratings; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking an experienced Operational Resilience Manager. This fully remote role involves leading the Operational Resilience Framework, engaging with C-level stakeholders, and managing risk strategies. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in operational resilience and hold relevant certifications. The position offers a salary of £75,000 – £85,000 plus bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Operational Resilience, Business Continuity or Disaster Recovery role.
• Strong understanding of threats, risks, impacts and associated mitigation.
• Experience working with and advising stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and administration of the Operational Resilience and Business Continuity Management Programme.
• Identify and evaluate threats and ensure mitigation strategies are in place.
• Prepare the annual Operational Resilience self‑assessment.

Skills

Operational Resilience experience

Business Continuity expertise

Stakeholder management

Risk mitigation strategies

Pragmatic problem-solving

Education

Business Continuity Management certification

Job description

Operational Resilience Manager, Home Based

Established financial service client is looking for an experienced Operational Resilience Manager to lead the development, implementation and ongoing management of their Operational Resilience Framework.

Salary: £75,000 – £85,000 + bonus + benefits. Position is fully remote.

This senior role reports to the Head of Infrastructure and engages with stakeholders at all levels, including C‑Suite. It is a hands‑on role with no direct management responsibilities.

Accountabilities include:

• Lead the development and administration of the Operational Resilience and Business Continuity Management Programme.
• Identify and evaluate threats and ensure mitigation strategies are in place.
• Prepare the annual Operational Resilience self‑assessment.
• Provide strategic direction to all key stakeholders, including the CEO and CIO.
• Plan and manage scenario tests.
• Review disaster plans.
• Ensure relevant compliance (e.g., FCA).
• Work as part of the Crisis Management Team.
• Maintain and test the emergency notification platform.

Skills and experience required:

• Proven experience in an Operational Resilience, Business Continuity or Disaster Recovery role.
• Strong understanding of threats, risks, impacts and associated mitigation.
• Experience working with and advising stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience managing third‑party suppliers and contractors.
>Ability to influence and manage challenging situations.
• A pragmatic approach with the ability to find the right solution.

Ideally, you will hold a Business Continuity Management certification.

This is an important and key role. If you have the required skills and experience, please send your CV for a full brief.