The European Strategic Services department is seeking a Business Resilience Specialist to join the European Resilience & Governance team. This pivotal role is responsible for enhancing the operational resilience of Vanguard’s European business, with a focus on supporting key initiatives across Operational Resilience, Digital Operational Resilience (DORA), and Business Continuity Management.
The successful candidate will play a central role in strengthening governance frameworks, improving resilience reporting, and ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations across the region.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Resilience
- Coordinate with business service owners to manage and approve changes to Important Business Services (IBS) and associated impact tolerances at the legal entity level.
- Conduct stress testing and vulnerability assessments across critical services.
- Produce comprehensive reports to inform risk mitigation and resilience strategies.
- Enhance the mapping of IBS and improve integration with Information Technology Services (ITS).
- Provide timely impact assessments and support during incidents or crises affecting IBS and ITS.
Governance and Oversight
- Drive improvements in resilience reporting across technology, cyber, physical, and third-party domains.
- Support governance forums, committees, and boards by delivering tailored insights and reporting.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of entity-specific governance enhancements.
- Refine policy and procedural documentation and support the evolution of operating models.
- Ensure reporting to senior management and boards is insightful, transparent, and open to constructive challenge.
Qualifications and Experience
Required:
- Demonstrated expertise in operational resilience, governance, or risk management within a regulated environment.
- Strong capabilities in policy development, documentation, and cross-functional coordination.
- Experience supporting governance frameworks in operational resilience or related disciplines.
- Familiarity with European regulatory standards, including DORA and other resilience frameworks.
- Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive governance improvements across jurisdictions.
- Excellent communication and analytical skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality reporting.
Preferred Certifications:
- Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) – DRI International
- ISO 22301 Lead Implementer or Auditor – Business Continuity Management Systems
- Operational Resilience Practitioner Certification – BCI or equivalent
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
