Business Continuity Consultant

Bank of America; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Bank of America in the United States is seeking a Business Continuity Consultant to advise clients on resilience strategies. You will lead risk assessments, develop response plans, and coordinate tests to ensure critical operations stay resilient during disruptions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with technology teams, strong analytical judgment, and clear communication across stakeholders. In-office culture accompanies flexible role responsibilities and a focus on career development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with GT risk framework and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of business continuity laws, rules and regulations including internal Bank policies.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess complex situations, develop effective solutions and make informed decisions during event/crisis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Strong business centric mindset with ability to utilize sound business judgment and tailor approach to drive optimal business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with Global Technology (GT) subject matter experts to understand their processes, assess recovery risks, and provide solutions to help manage and minimize those risks associated with a disruption of a business function
• Ensures GT is prepared to effectively respond to disruptions and recover critical business functions in a timely manner, minimizing operational, financial, and reputational impacts
• Serve as a response team lead during continuity events, coordinating efforts to mitigate impact and facilitate recovery, ensuring the continuity of GT operations
• Conducts current-state risk-based assessments to develop business continuity management strategies and monitors the effectiveness following the implementation of the plan
• Evaluates the performance of plans, processes, and programs at assigned organizational level, while assessing progress towards identified objectives
• Implements, monitors, and modifies procedures for the effective response to incidents and the continuance of critical business services, based on testing and exercises of plans or actual events
• Supports testing of business continuity plans to assess readiness, identify deficiencies, and promote enhancements
• Identifies, validates, and escalates gaps in business continuity readiness to senior management and second line partners

Skills

GT risk framework

Business continuity

Crisis management

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

BCP software

Job description

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth.

We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

This job is responsible for consulting on corporate business continuity topics with clients. Key responsibilities include recommending and implementing solutions that protect the bank’s assets and participating or leading business continuity initiatives and ongoing process activities (i.e., scenario analysis, plan development, testing, event management, and progress reporting/measurement). Job expectations include providing subject matter consulting support in audit and regulatory matters as needed.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with Global Technology (GT) subject matter experts to understand their processes, assess recovery risks, and provide solutions to help manage and minimize those risks associated with a disruption of a business function
• Ensures GT is prepared to effectively respond to disruptions and recover critical business functions in a timely manner, minimizing operational, financial, and reputational impacts
• Serve as a response team lead during continuity events, coordinating efforts to mitigate impact and facilitate recovery, ensuring the continuity of GT operations
• Conducts current-state risk-based assessments to develop business continuity management strategies and monitors the effectiveness following the implementation of the plan
• Evaluates the performance of plans, processes, and programs at assigned organizational level, while assessing progress towards identified objectives
• Implements, monitors, and modifies procedures for the effective response to incidents and the continuance of critical business services, based on testing and exercises of plans or actual events
• Supports testing of business continuity plans to assess readiness, identify deficiencies, and promote enhancements
• Identifies, validates, and escalates gaps in business continuity readiness to senior management and second line partners

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with GT risk framework and methodologies
• Strong understanding of business continuity laws, rules and regulations including internal Bank policies
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess complex situations, develop effective solutions and make informed decisions during event/crisis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, and meet deadlines
• Strong business centric mindset with ability to utilize sound business judgment and tailor approach to drive optimal business outcomes

Desired Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and BCP software/tools

Skills

• Active Listening
• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Data Collection and Entry
• Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement
• Issue Management
• Record Keeping
• Written Communications
• Business Continuity Management
• Data Management
• Data and Trend Analysis
• Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines Management
• Process Simplification

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40

Pay Transparency details

US - VA - Richmond - 8001 VILLA PARK DR - VILLA PARK OPS CENTER BLDG C (VA2100)

Pay range

$112,000.00 - $135,100.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Discretionary incentive eligible

This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.