Business Continuity Officer

Job Description

Exciting new opportunity for a Business Continuity Officer to manage and lead the implementation of the VMO2 Strategy, Policy, and procedures. To ensure that the operational processes and documentation of the BCMS are fit for purpose and allow us to implement our chosen strategy of extension of scope for ISO certification across the whole organisation, and to maintain both certification and organisational resilience going forward.

You will also get involved in supporting and guiding all Business Continuity Champions across Virgin Media O2 division to remain BC complaint with reference to reviewing BC documentation, testing and hold training and awareness exercises.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, hard-working teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values, and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive, and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer, and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

· Relevant Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery professional qualifications preferred, such as Certificate of the BCI (CBCI).

· Experience of working with multiple stakeholders including auditors.

· Proven experience of driving forward a strategy whilst also providing tactical thinking in the provision of pragmatic solutions when required.

· Knowledge of working with external vendors supporting the continuity strategy

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring;

· A self-starting individual with a strong work ethic, capable of planning and managing their own time. Strong communication and organisational skills.

· Experience of Implementing business continuity policies and standards, ensuring that the needs of the business are met and that measures also reflect prevailing/emerging regulation and industry best practice.

· Knowledge of engaging in internal and external audits, both in support of ISO22301 certification and for other certifications and customers audits as required.

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an online Saville Assessment and two interview stages.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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