Program Manager, Business Continuity & Sustainability

Radiometer; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abcam, a Danaher operating company, is seeking a Program Manager for Business Continuity & Sustainability to coordinate and deliver strategic initiatives across Abcam’s global BCMS and sustainability programs. You will partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen resilience, drive ESG performance, and ensure regulatory alignment with Danaher objectives.

The role reports to the Senior Director, Global EHS & Facilities and sits within Operations, collaborating across all global Abcam sites to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business continuity, environmental science, sustainability, risk management or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in business continuity, sustainability or environmental management within a global organisation.
• Knowledge of ISO 22301, ISO 14001 and related management system standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration across all levels of the organisation.
• Proven cross-functional initiative leadership and project management within a global matrix.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global BCMS implementation, maintenance and continual improvement.
• Coordinate with sites to identify critical activities, dependencies and recovery requirements.
• Chair Steering Committee meetings and align Abcam with Danaher priorities.
• Develop and execute sustainability strategy and drive ESG improvements.
• Manage end-to-end projects to mitigate risks and ensure resilience.

Skills

BCMS

ISO 22301

ISO 14001

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business continuity or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bring more to life Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Abcam, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Progress happens together At Abcam, we believe the scientific communitygoes further, faster when we go there together. That’s why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable fasterbreakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases and metabolic disorders.Our talented team of over1,400 colleagues worldwide is our greatestasset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries, together we strive to better serve our customers, strengthen our impact across our industry, and ultimately our positive impact onsociety. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Program Manager, Business Continuity & Sustainability is responsible for coordinating and delivering strategic initiatives that support Abcam’s global Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) and sustainability programmes. The role partners with stakeholders across functions and sites to strengthen organisational resilience, enhance preparedness for business disruptions, and drive the achievement of environmental and sustainability objectives. The postholder translates strategic priorities into actionable plans, governance frameworks, practical tools, and measurable outcomes, ensuring the effective integration of resilience and sustainability principles into business operations. Reporting to the Senior Director, Global EHS & Facilities, this role forms part of the Operations function and works collaboratively across all global Abcam sites.

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of global BCMS. Support functions and sites in identifying critical activities, dependencies, recovery requirements, and single points of failure. Coordinate and monitor the execution of BCMS Playbook actions, ensuring milestones and deliverables are achieved on time, this includes the development and maintenance of business continuity, crisis management, and recovery documentation. Chair the BCMS Steering Committee meetings, serve as the primary point of contact between Abcam and Danaher, and ensure clear communication, direction, and alignment on Abcam and Danaher business continuity priorities and activities. Lead the development and execution of Abcam’s global sustainability strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and Danaher objectives. Drive environmental and sustainability initiatives across the organization, partnering with cross‑functional teams to deliver measurable improvements in ESG performance, compliance, and long‑term business resilience. Project Management: Lead the FM Global program, providing end‑to‑end project and stakeholder management to ensure risk mitigation initiatives are prioritized, executed, and aligned with business continuity and operational objectives.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business Continuity, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience in business continuity, sustainability, environmental management, or related fields within a global organisation. Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of ISO 22301, ISO 14001, and other relevant management system standards, with the ability to support implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement activities. Communication and Collaboration: Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation, including site leadership, functional leaders, subject matter experts, and project teams. Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional initiatives, influencing stakeholders, and working independently within a global matrix environment across Abcam and Danaher. Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, monitor, and successfully deliver multiple projects and improvement initiatives, ensuring objectives, timelines, and deliverables are achieved. It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Working within the life science sector and familiar with a laboratory environment.

Abcam, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com. Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world’s most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. The Danaher ecosystem is made up of more than 15 businesses united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. Please read our Applicant Data Privacy Notice carefully here.