SRC Special Projects Manager

Marsh McLennan Companies; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leading risk advisory firm is seeking a talented individual to join their Risk Advisory team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires leading the design and deployment of business continuity and crisis management strategies, with a strong emphasis on risk assessment and developing recovery plans. Candidates should have 8-12 years of experience in enterprise risk management. This position offers professional development opportunities and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Vibrant and inclusive culture

Supportive leaders

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in business continuity, enterprise risk management, or resilience consulting.
• Strong understanding of information security, cybersecurity, and technology risk considerations.
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining complex BCM and DR frameworks in multinational environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of BCM, crisis management, and DR strategies.
• Conduct risk assessments and Business Impact Analyses to identify critical functions.
• Develop and test business continuity and disaster recovery plans with stakeholders.

Skills

Risk Management

Business Continuity Management

Crisis Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, IT or related field

Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CBCP, MBCI, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer)

Job description

Description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Risk Advisory team at Marsh Advisory. This role will be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

We will count on you to :

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of comprehensive BCM, crisis management, and DR strategies aligned with industry standards (e.g., ISO 22301, ISO 22310).
• Conduct detailed risk assessments, Business Impact Analyses (BIA), and vulnerability assessments to identify critical functions and dependencies.
• Develop, review, and test business continuity and disaster recovery plans in collaboration with regional and local stakeholders.
• Oversee simulation exercises, tabletop drills, and testing protocols to evaluate plan effectiveness and operational readiness.
• Provide expert guidance on integrating emerging technologies, automation, and data analytics into resilience strategies.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and threat landscapes to proactively adapt resilience frameworks.

What you need to have :

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CBCP, MBCI, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer) are preferred.
• 8-12 years of experience in business continuity, enterprise risk management, or resilience consulting, with a focus on the IMEA region.
• Strong understanding of information security, cybersecurity, and technology risk considerations in resilience planning.
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining complex BCM and DR frameworks within multinational or regulated environments.

What makes you stand out :

• Demonstrated expertise in implementing enterprise-wide resilience strategies in complex organizational settings.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience influencing senior leadership.

Why join our team :

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create innovative solutions and make a meaningful impact.

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to support your well-being.

Marsh, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC), is the world’s top insurance broker and risk advisor. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.