Business Resilience Specialist - Crisis Management

Control Risks • San Francisco, CA

78d • $70,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Control Risks is hiring a Business Resilience Specialist to support a Fortune 50 client of ours in their Crisis Management and Business Resilience space. This position will help with the overall delivery business resilience, through crisis management strategy and risk planning activities at the global/corporate level. The candidate will be expected to bring a strategic perspective to business resilience development and delivery, supported by experience in project management, crisis, business continuity with corresponding program development experience. Be able to communicate in a manner that can help influence change through fast paced delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience (2-4 years) in Business Continuity, Crisis Management, or related disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree or certifications in Crisis Management or Business Continuity is a plus.
• Strong understanding of BCM governance frameworks and operational risk management.
• Ability to communicate effectively and engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• A keen eye for detail, with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and developing response strategies and protocols.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential challenges.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or certifications in Crisis Management or Business Continuity.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to create, implement, and refine comprehensive crisis management plans that align with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
• Conduct engaging simulations and tabletop exercises that not only test existing strategies but also foster a culture of preparedness across the organization.
• Perform thorough assessments of potential impacts and risks to critical business functions, providing insights that lead to actionable improvement plans.
• Work hand-in-hand with various teams to identify gaps and drive strategic initiatives that bolsters both operational and tactical response capabilities.
• Prepare detailed and visually engaging reports that summarize testing activities, insights gained, and recommendations for future enhancements.
• Support a variety of initiatives and projects aimed at improving the organization’s overall resilience posture, championing innovation at every turn.

Benefits

• Competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarized in the full job offer.
• Discretionary bonus scheme that incentivizes and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees