Business Continuity Manager 3-Month FTC
May 1, 2025
Next is a data and technologyled growth consultancy that employs nearly people across offices in countries Within our family of consultancies and marketing businesses (our brands) we focus on solving our clients growth problems
We are looking for an experienced Business Continuity Manager who is immediately availableto join our team on a month fixedterm contract basis Reporting to our Group Head of Risk and Compliance you will oversee the development implementation and maintenance of our business continuity plans You will play a critical role in helping our organisation develop and deploy its BCP strategy across the Head Office and our Brands
Working with operational teams across our Head office and the Brands you will assist in defining developing documenting and testing an effective strategy to help us prepare for and minimise disruption to our services in the event of a business continuity event
The ability to foster relationships and a talent for inspiring collaboration among brands and individuals with diverse objectives will be key factors contributing to success in this role
Build on the existing draft Business Continuity framework and develop a comprehensive business continuity plan in collaboration with key stakeholders and brands
Identify critical business functions processes and resources and prioritise them for continuity planning
Conduct risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities that could impact business operations
Analyse the impact of disruptions on the Next Group and recommend risk mitigation strategies
Implement strategies and measures to safeguard critical functions and ensure the groups ability to operate during disruptions
Coordinate with Group IT Risk & Compliance DPO and other relevant departments to integrate technology and infrastructure considerations into continuity plans
Develop an effective incident management plan and communication strategy
Establish effective communication channels to disseminate information during emergencies
Conduct training sessions and awareness programs for employees to ensure understanding of business continuity plans and their roles in the event of a disruption
Conduct drills and simulations to evaluate the organisations readiness to respond to various scenarios
Set up and maintain detailed documentation of business continuity plans risk assessments and incident response procedures
Collaborate with internal departments external partners and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment with industry standards and compliance requirements
A bachelors degree in Business Continuity Risk Management Business Administration or a related field An advanced degree or certification (eg CBCP Certified Business Continuity Professional)
Experience with business continuity planning and disaster recovery in a managerial role
Experience with risk management principles and methodologies
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders
Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance requirements
Excellent salary
% matched pension contributions
days annual leave
Green Car scheme that saves you up to % on the cost of driving an electric car with a wide variety of cars to choose from
Group Life insurance
Flexible working
Career progression
Open and collaborative workplace culture
At Next our people are our biggest investment and greatest asset Whether its creativity or analytical insight we always look for people with a genuine passion for what they do a desire to succeed and always endeavour to find new ways of working with clients
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce We uphold and celebrate our differences We do not discriminate
Regardless of your colour race ancestry national origin citizenship social background religion gender identity sexual orientation age marital status disability or veteran status you are welcome to join us Just bring your whole self
