Technology Disaster Recovery Manager

TN United Kingdom; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technology Disaster Recovery Manager to lead the development and implementation of IT disaster recovery strategies. This role involves collaborating with various business units to ensure operational resilience and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT infrastructure and disaster recovery best practices. Join a forward-thinking team that values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, along with an attractive salary package and benefits, including a generous bonus structure and extensive annual leave.

Benefits

Private medical cover

38 days annual leave

Pension

Life assurance

Career breaks

Income protection

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in IT disaster recovery and business continuity.
• Knowledge of disaster recovery methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage IT disaster recovery strategies and plans.
• Conduct regular assessments and organize drills for validation.

Skills

IT infrastructure

cloud services

data backup solutions

disaster recovery best practices

business continuity

risk assessment

training program development

documentation and reporting

Education

Certifications such as CBCP, MBCI, CISM

Tools

ISO 22301

ISO 27001

Job description

Technology Disaster Recovery Manager, Telford

Client: Phoenix Group Holdings

Location: Telford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 475740f9803b

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

We have an incredible opportunity to join Phoenix Group as a Technology Disaster Recovery Manager within our Technology Resilience & Control team in Technical Service Operations.

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Based in Birmingham, Telford, London, or Edinburgh, with a mix of office and remote work.

Flexible working: Options for part-time, job-share, and other flexible arrangements. Details to be discussed during recruitment.

Closing Date: 16/05/25

Salary and benefits: £46,900 – £75,000, 16% bonus (up to 32%), private medical cover, 38 days annual leave, pension, life assurance, career breaks, income protection, volunteering days, and more.

The Role

The Technology Disaster Recovery Manager develops, implements, and manages the organisation’s IT disaster recovery strategy, plans, and testing to ensure quick and effective restoration of critical IT services during disruptions. The role involves collaboration with business units to align DR capabilities with operational resilience and risk appetite, along with policy implementation and compliance.

• Disaster Recovery Strategy: Develop and maintain strategies addressing operational resilience scenarios.
• Disaster Recovery Planning: Create and update recovery plans for IT systems and services.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular vulnerability and threat assessments, updating plans accordingly.
• Testing and Validation: Organize drills and simulations to validate recovery plans.
• Collaboration: Act as liaison between IT and business leadership for DR initiatives.
• Training and Awareness: Develop training programs on disaster recovery procedures.
• Documentation and Reporting: Keep plans and test results well-documented.
• Continuous Improvement: Enhance strategies based on industry trends and organisational changes.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience with IT infrastructure, cloud services, and data backup solutions.
• Knowledge of disaster recovery best practices, methodologies, and tools.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards like ISO 22301, ISO27001, etc.
• Proven experience in IT disaster recovery, business continuity, or related fields.
• Certifications such as CBCP, MBCI, CISM, or similar preferred.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know to support you.