Business Continuity Expert (m / f / d)

Riverty; Verl, Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading financial technology company is seeking a Business Continuity Expert to support the development of their Business Continuity Management System. This role involves conducting impact analyses, ensuring compliance with BCM standards, and collaborating on risk management strategies. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in regulated sectors and excellent communication skills in English and German. The position offers flexible working conditions across various locations, fostering an inclusive culture focused on employee health and development.

Leistungen

Inclusive and valuing culture

Health & Wellbeing services

Professional and Personal Development opportunities

Monetary Benefits & Discounts

Flexible working hours and mobile office options

Qualifikationen

• Strong background in Business Continuity Management within regulated sectors.
• Solid understanding of BCM standards like ISO 22301.
• Experience with crisis management and communication.

Aufgaben

• Develop and improve the Business Continuity Management System.
• Conduct Business Impact Analysis to determine recovery objectives.
• Provide management reporting on findings and support regulatory compliance.

Kenntnisse

Business Continuity Management

IT resilience

Crisis management

Communication skills

Risk management

Ausbildung

Completed studies in risk management, information systems, business administration, or a related field

Tools

ServiceNow BCM module

Jobbeschreibung

Business Continuity Expert (m / f / d)

Everyone's story matters. Come shape your story with us at Riverty. But where does that take you? To one of our 30 hybrid workspaces – designed for exchanging ideas, learning from others, and shaping the way we work. An international community of over 4,000 people, representing almost 80 nationalities across 11 countries. United by one mission : Combining empathy, advanced technology and data-driven insights to keep people and businesses in flow. With payments made for them. So that they don't have to worry about it. And there's more : We are part of the family‑owned Bertelsmann group. Established. Corporate. In a fast‑paced industry. We enable flexible payments in various industries, simplifying the financial management of known brands and helping people repay debt to build financial confidence. In short : shaping FinTech.

We are looking for a Business Continuity Expert (m / f / d)

(unlimited, full‑time) Join our team at our location in Berlin, Münster, Amsterdam, Heerenveen, Luxembourg, or Verl – flexible working conditions available.

We are looking for a Business continuity Expert to join our CISO team in our regulated institute that is subject to DORA. This role will support the development and improvement of our Business Continuity Management System, collaborate with teams to strengthen IT resilience, and contribute to planning and recovery initiatives. You will work closely with internal colleagues to help shape strategies for organizational resilience and participate in projects focused on business continuity and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Sustain and further develop the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS), with a particular focus on regulated entities in Europe, following a risk‑based approach that aligns with organizational objectives.
• Conduct and lead Business Impact Analysis (BIA) activities to determine potential business impacts, recovery objectives, protection requirements, and identification of critical resources.
• Support business and support functions in ensuring business and IT resilience, and recovery strategies are both effective and compliant.
• Provide management reporting on findings, conduct trend analyses to inform strategic decisions, and support regulatory reporting obligations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to discuss, track, and oversee the implementation of mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external BCMS requirements, including ISO 22301, GDPR, and other relevant industry standards.
• Plan and lead third‑party exercises related to business continuity and disaster recovery, particularly in the context of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA).
• Provide active support to crisis management processes by facilitating effective coordination, communication, and decision‑making; ensure that crisis response plan is up‑to‑date collaboratively with relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare the training and awareness materials and support their delivery within the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Business Continuity Management (BCM), ideally within regulated sectors, with a focus on IT / Technology resilience and recovery strategies.
• Solid understanding of BCM standards (ISO 22301, ISO / IEC 27031), risk assessment, and business impact analysis.
• Familiarity with crisis management and communication.
• Relevant certifications such as CBCI, CBCP, or ISO 22301 Lead Auditor are an asset, or a strong motivation to pursue them.
• Experience with ServiceNow BCM module or similar business continuity software is a strong plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English, fluent German is a very strong asset.
• Genuine passion for organizational resilience, risk management, IT recovery, and business continuity topics.
• Completed studies in risk management, information systems, business administration, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally (up to 25%) as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We want to be a fair and inclusive employer. We value the diverse perspectives that a diverse workforce brings to the table. Therefore, we are actively looking for people who enrich our company through their identity, background and personal experiences, with or without a disability.

Our plus points

Inclusive and valuing culture

At Riverty, you can be who you are. We strive to create an inclusive environment and an appreciative culture, enhanced by our employee networks.

Health & Wellbeing

Your physical and mental health is important to us. Take advantage of our various preventive care and support services.

Professional and Personal Development

Take advantage of our numerous training and development opportunities. Benefit, for example, from training courses offered by Bertelsmann University, language courses or leadership trainings.

Monetary Benefits & Discounts

Know that you're appreciated with plenty of employee benefits & discounts just for you.

Flexibility

Our diverse working models empower you to customize your work to perfectly align with your preferences. Benefit from mobile office, flexible working hours and part‑time models.