Business Continuity Manager- KSA

Bank of Jordan; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of Jordan is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the Business Continuity Management program for its Saudi Arabia branches. You will oversee the development of resilience frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with regulatory requirements and best practices.

You will head BIA, risk assessments, and the design of continuity, crisis management, and disaster recovery plans. Regular testing, crisis simulations, and continuous improvement will ensure readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 8 years in BCM or Risk Management, with 3+ years in management.
• Certifications such as CBCI, MBCI, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CBCP preferred.
• Strong capability in conducting BIA.
• Extensive knowledge of BCM, DR, and ISO 22301 requirements.
• Familiar with SAMA regulations.
• Excellent planning, organization, and decision-making skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Proficient with corporate IT systems and reporting tools.
• Understanding of internal and external policies and regulatory updates.

Responsibilities

• Manage BCM program across Bank of Jordan – Saudi Arabia branches.
• Develop and maintain BCM and Operational Resilience frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Lead Business Impact Analysis (BIA), risk assessments, and the development of Business Continuity, Crisis Management, and Disaster Recovery (DR) plans.
• Ensure the readiness and effectiveness of business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities through regular testing, crisis simulations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with SAMA requirements, ISO 22301, and other applicable standards.
• Monitor emerging regulations, industry trends, and best practices, recommending enhancements to strengthen operational resilience.
• Support incident and crisis management activities to ensure uninterrupted delivery of critical business services.
• Prepare management reports, KPIs, and KRIs related to business continuity and operational resilience.
• Promote a culture of business continuity through training, awareness programs, and advisory support across the organization.

Skills

Business Continuity

Risk Management

BIA

ISO 22301

Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Business Administration

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the Business Continuity Management (BCM) program across Bank of Jordan – Saudi Arabia Branches.
• Develop and maintain the Business Continuity and Operational Resilience frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Lead Business Impact Analysis (BIA), risk assessments, and the development of Business Continuity, Crisis Management, and Disaster Recovery (DR) plans.
• Ensure the readiness and effectiveness of business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities through regular testing, crisis simulations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with SAMA requirements, ISO 22301, and other applicable standards.
• Monitor emerging regulations, industry trends, and best practices, recommending enhancements to strengthen operational resilience.
• Support incident and crisis management activities to ensure uninterrupted delivery of critical business services.
• Prepare management reports, KPIs, and KRIs related to business continuity and operational resilience.
• Promote a culture of business continuity through training, awareness programs, and advisory support across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or any related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Business Continuity Management (BCM) or Risk Management, including at least 3 years in a managerial position.
• Professional certifications such as CBCI, MBCI, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CBCP, or other relevant certifications are preferred.
• Strong ability to conduct Business Impact Analysis (BIA).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Business Continuity Management (BCM), Disaster Recovery (DR), and the requirements of ISO 22301.
• Knowledge of Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) regulations and requirements.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Proficient in computer applications and the systems used within the organization.
• Thorough understanding of the internal and external policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements governing the business, including their updates.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.