Senior Manager - Business Continuity Corporate (COR 563)

Qiddiya Investment Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A major investment company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Manager - Business Continuity Corporate to establish and maintain a resilient business continuity program. The role involves developing strategies to ensure operational continuity during disruptions. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in business continuity or risk management and hold relevant certifications. Strong project management and analytical skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 8+ years of experience in business continuity or risk management.
• Professional certifications in Business Continuity or Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework.
• Oversee the assessment and mitigation of continuity risks.
• Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, risk management, emergency management, or a related field

Tools

BCM standards (e.g., ISO 22301, COSO ERM)

Job description

Role Summary: The Senior Manager - Business Continuity Corporate at Qiddiya Investment Company will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a resilient business continuity program across the organization. This role focuses on assessing risks, developing strategies, and ensuring that the company can continue operations in the event of a disruption. The Senior Manager will work closely with various departments to ensure a unified approach to business continuity planning and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and continuous enhancement of the Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) strategy.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and mitigation of continuity risks across critical business functions, including IT systems, supply chain, facilities, and operations.
• Design and implement business impact analyses (BIAs) and risk assessments to identify recovery priorities and dependencies.
• Develop, maintain, collaborate and test business continuity and disaster recovery plans to ensure organizational resilience and readiness.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders—including IT, Operations, HR, and Corporate Security—to ensure BCM plans are integrated, validated, and regularly updated.
• Establish and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and performance metrics related to business continuity and crisis response.
• Facilitate training, awareness, and simulation exercises to build BCM capabilities across the organization.
• Support regulatory compliance and reporting requirements related to business continuity and operational resilience.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in business administration, risk management, emergency management, or a related field.
• +8 years of experience in business continuity, disaster recovery, or risk management.
• Professional certifications in Business Continuity or Risk Management (e.g., CBCP, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer).
• Strong knowledge of BCM standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 22301, COSO ERM).
• Proven experience in developing and implementing BCM programs in complex organizational environments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Certification as a Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or similar is preferred.