Business Continuity analyst

Who we are

United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.

Purpose of Job

• Reporting to the Incident, Crisis and Business Continuity Management Manager, the Business Continuity analyst is responsible for support in delivering the business continuity programme across SMBC EMEA.
• This role requires a significant understanding of business continuity planning methodologies and support of critical business operations.
• Ensure consistency in maintaining and improving the business continuity plans to enhance resilience and protect SMBC group brand and reputation.

Background

• SMBC Group EMEA Division place great importance on reducing and eliminating potential risks and vulnerabilities that may result from threats or interruptions to daily operations. Proactive measures must be initiated to ensure personnel safety, protection of assets and plans are in place to enhance resilience of essential activities and services, while reducing losses and maintaining compliance with internal/external regulations.
• Business continuity Management function establish a framework to address business continuity and resilience to minimise the impacts, losses and exposures for agreed business critical activities following an incident or disruptive event.
• Having a strong business continuity capability demonstrates to our customers, our regulators and the industry that we are a resilient organisation that proactively seeks to identify threats and mitigate the impacts of any disruptions that could be caused. This varies widely from scenarios such as office evacuations to system interruptions and cyber threats.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the administration of SMBC Group business continuity program, including:
• Ensure that Business Continuity program components (Business Impact Analysis, Risk Assessments, plans, strategies, etc.) are current, effective, and address SMBC Group business requirements.
• Produce and maintain business continuity plans for the London and EMEA branches.
• Develop schedules and materials for Business Continuity training/awareness activities to ensure that business continuity coordinators are trained and proficient in implementing the business continuity plans.
• Coordinate business continuity testing and recovery exercises (Walk-throughs, Recovery Centre, Remote, etc).
• Administer and manage content on the Business Continuity SharePoint and Intranet sites.
• Continuously improve the BC function in EMEA and play a role globally in the enhancement of the Group’s BCP function.
• Manage emergency communications with employees, Administer emergency communications tools such as Everbridge.
• Ensure that new acquisitions are integrated into SMBC group business continuity management program.
• Support business continuity related initiatives, to include site selection, strategy development, in-house training.
• Engage with Incident and Crisis Management team to invoke business continuity plans as necessary.
• Continuously improve the BC function in EMEA and play a leading role globally in the enhancement of the Group’s BCP function.
• Ensure the Bank’s BCM planning, and approach remains fully aligned with changing regulations.
• Other activities as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge or experience in business continuity management- commensurate with 3-5 years of experience.
• Sound understanding of the business continuity process, methodologies, and industry standards.
• An understanding of Information Technology concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint, etc.).
• Excellent planning, organisation, and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and on varying agenda simultaneously flexing priorities when necessary.
• Resilience, flexibility, and adaptability to manage challenging situations effectively as they arise.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Must be able to interact and work efficiently and effectively with employees across the organization.
• Strong administrative skills, including effectiveness in developing project plans to achieve target dates.
• Must be a productive team player and must also be comfortable working independently, with little direct supervision.

What we offer

For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.

As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:

• Hybrid and flexible working 
• Competitive paid leave days
• Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance 
• Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services  
• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities 
• Ambitious remuneration package

So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!