Job Introduction
Business Continuity Officer
Salary: £33,088 – £35,690 per annum (plus excellent benefits)
Location: Walsall, West Midlands, hybrid working (minimum two days in the office however could be more depending on business needs).
Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 18th November 2024
Interview Date: 29th November 2024
Overview of role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Continuity Officer to join our team supporting the delivery of our business continuity and cyber resilience programme. You'll be working closely with a range of teams to support our organisational resilience workstreams
You will act as the subject matter expert in business continuity, creating a number of business continuity plans and effectively promoting business continuity awareness to colleagues.
Main job responsibilities:
- Complete business impact assessments, business continuity and emergency plans for service areas within whg.
- Support the integration of business continuity and IT disaster recovery arrangements alongside IT colleagues.
- Liaise with team leads and core business areas to gain knowledge and understanding of their service area delivery and the risks that could disrupt delivery.
- Maintain an electronic record of plan changes and all recommended findings on whg’s lessons learnt log.
- Support the Head of Building Safety in arranging and undertaking service area business continuity testing to validate and review existing documentation.
- Administration and updating of whg’s crisis communications tool.
- Raise and report any significant issues identified to the Head of Building Safety as appropriate.
- Provide programme delivery updates and reports to governance and assurance groups as required.
- Keep up to date with relevant business continuity guidance, news and trends, gathering operational insight and intelligence that can impact or enhance what we do.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has obtained a relevant degree in Emergency Planning, Business Continuity, Disaster Management or similar.
- Has or be willing to work towards achieving a Certificate of the Business Continuity Institute (CBCI).
- Membership of a relevant professional body (BCI, EPS or similar).
- Experience working within a business continuity function, with experience of creating robust business continuity and resilience plans.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with and advise colleagues at all levels.
- Is IT literate in using Microsoft systems including, Outlook, Teams, Word and able to use other IT applications or databases.
- Holds a current UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with suitable business insurance (preferred not essential).
- Has excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
What’s in it for you?
Working at whg means being part of a team that values flexibility, professional development, and a positive workplace culture. We offer:
- A competitive salary
- 27 days of annual leave (plus Christmas shut down)
- Access to an annual leave purchase scheme
- Participation in the defined benefit Local Government Pension Scheme or a choice of another great pension scheme
- A health cash plan to enhance your wellbeing and claim back costs of prescriptions, eye care, dental and complementary therapies
- A range of shopping and leisure discounts
- Structured learning and development opportunities
- Automatic membership of Colleague Voice
- A friendly workplace environment and commitment to work-life-balance
About us
At whg, we are dedicated to providing affordable homes across the Midlands and creating sustainable communities. We believe everyone has the right to a safe and secure home, which is the foundation for a successful life. Our values— Trustworthy, Respectful, Accountable, Collaborative and Excellent — guide our work and our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
We have been recognised as a top employer in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. The awards celebrate the top employers in the UK who are leading the way in employee pride, job satisfaction and wellbeing, as well as reward and recognition.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to providing opportunities and support for all applicants, including those with disabilities.
Interested in joining our team? Visit our website at www.whg.uk.com to learn more and apply.
