[Hiring] Business Continuity Manager @Airbus

Role Description

As a Business Continuity Manager, you will be a strategic leader responsible for establishing and driving our Business Continuity Management (BCM) programme in one of our key markets. Reporting to senior leadership and working closely with our global colleagues and divisional stakeholders, you will ensure that our operations remain resilient and our risks are proactively managed. Your role will be critical in protecting our assets, reputation and overall business stability through effective planning, training and incident management.

• Fully accountable for the strategic design, greenfield establishment, and sustained excellence of the BCM programme across the ADS Division's designated countries.
• Leadership over all key BCM processes, including rigorous Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) and the development of comprehensive continuity plans.
• Designated National BCM Risk Owner with full delegated authority for integrating all threat and vulnerability assessments into the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.
• Accountable for achieving and maintaining ISO 22301 certification, ensuring compliance with internal and international BCM standards.
• Drive organisational BCM readiness by designing and executing comprehensive, scenario-based training and exercises for all staff levels.
• Direct management and oversight of external teams/vendors critical to BCM deployment and ongoing operations.
• Provide expert tactical support during real-world incidents, followed by thorough post-incident evaluations for continuous program improvement.
• Risks associated with ineffective performance include prolonged operational downtime, loss of critical data, failure to meet contractual or regulatory obligations, and serious financial and reputational damage.
• Accountable for strategic vendor selection, contract management, and oversight of BCM-related external sub-contracted services and vendors.
• Influence on P&L through direct management of the Operating Budget.

Qualifications

• Experience in Business Continuity Management.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to manage complex vendor relationships.
• Expertise in risk management and compliance.

Requirements

• Proven track record in establishing and maintaining BCM programs.
• Experience with ISO 22301 certification processes.
• Strong communication and training skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and with external partners.

Benefits

• Permanent employment type.
• Flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
• Commitment to workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.

Company Description

Airbus Defence and Space SAU is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all.