Description
The First Line of Defence (1LoD) Operational Resilience & Continuity team works alongside various LSEG divisions and functions to provide analysis, support expertise, and oversee all areas of the organisation to ensure that all elements of Programme resilience requirements are delivered globally.
Reporting to the Senior Operational Resilience Manager, this position requires an experienced professional who will act as a subject matter expert in Business Continuity, with a keenness to learn more and expand into broader Operational Resilience areas.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Group Head of Operational Resilience to operationalise and embed the Groupwide Business Continuity strategy, operating model, and policy across all relevant Divisional/Entity 1LoD functions.
- Provide challenge where required to BIA and BCP data quality and solution robustness, driving continuous improvements to resilience planning.
- Support Divisions/business units with their Annual testing program as required.
- Represent the Group 1LOD Business Continuity team at various working groups across the business or corporate functions related to interlocked programmes of work or improvement initiatives.
- Develop LSEGs methodologies, guidelines, toolsets for assisting the business unit in establishing a successful Business Continuity plan.
- Train BC Coordinators/BC Champions on policy and framework requirements, controls, and appropriate BCM methodology, strategies, plan maintenance, and the associated processes.
Support the implementation of a Centre of Excellence for Operational Resilience with a view to over time taking on additional responsibilities for:
- Partner with key stakeholders to ensure the development of appropriate Operational Resilience reporting requirements and key management information.
- Create the ongoing learning and awareness agenda for Operational Resilience, crafting the appropriate training material, provision of newsletters, and supporting ongoing execution and training for key stakeholders across the firm.
- Support the implementation and ongoing management of the Group Operational Resilience governance structure.
Key Behaviours and Skills Required to be successful in the Role:
- Significant experience implementing and operating global programs for Business Continuity in the financial sector.
- Thorough understanding of Business Continuity Management, principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at different levels across the business.
- Self-motivated and highly organised with a sharp attention to detail.
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
Benefits:
- LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives.