Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Manager at DWF responsible for developing and implementing BCM frameworks aligned to ISO 22301, enhancing resilience and crisis management capabilities.
Responsibilities
You will lead the strategic design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s Business Continuity Management framework, ensuring it is aligned to ISO 22301 and integrated into broader enterprise risk and governance processes.
This will include establishing governance structures, delivering Business Impact Assessments (BIA), defining continuity strategies and recovery priorities, and implementing robust training, testing, and assurance programmes to ensure continuity capabilities remain effective and up to date.
Working closely with colleagues across risk, legal, compliance, technology and operations, you will ensure continuity planning is integrated with enterprise risk management and complements existing IT Disaster Recovery and Incident Response capabilities.
You will also drive engagement across the organisation by delivering scenario exercises, strengthening crisis management planning, and providing clear reporting to senior leadership on resilience readiness, risks, and improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Proven experience in Business Continuity, Operational Resilience, or Risk Management
Considerable knowledge of ISO 22301 and practical experience implementing BCM frameworks
Experience conducting Business Impact Assessments (BIA) and developing continuity strategies
Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across multiple business areas
Experience developing crisis management plans and facilitating scenario-based exercises
Understanding of the relationship between Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery
Desirable
Experience within legal, financial services, or professional services environments
Relevant certifications such as CBCI or ISO 22301 Lead Implementer
Knowledge of ISO9001 and integration with Enterprise Risk Management frameworks
Experience developing cyber or ransomware response planning
Experience presenting resilience reporting to risk committees or senior leadership forums
Passion for driving a proactive risk and resilience culture.
Benefits
We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.
Job title
Business Continuity Planning – Disaster Recovery Manager
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