Manager of Global Business Continuity

Manager of Global Business Continuity & Resilience Oversight Manulife, Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines This Manager of Global Business Continuity & Resilience Oversight position reports directly to the AVP Operational Resilience Oversight. This position is part of the second line of defense independent oversight function and will partner with the first line of defense businesses to ensure that business continuity management framework and controls are integrated with and serve to strengthen its operational resilience approach, and all the standard and regulatory requirements are addressed. The position requires strong understanding of OSFI E-21 Operational Risk & Resilience Management guideline, specifically in business continuity management. The position requires an understanding of connections to disaster recovery and third party risk management, and other operational risk categories, risks and controls, and solid communication and influencing skills. This position will operate across multiple segment risk teams and their businesses, functions, and geographies, to promote and enhance awareness of risks and controls, and execution of OSFI and BCM requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the development, coordination, implementation and continuous governance and monitoring of the Business Continuity Risk Management Standard. Host the monthly BCM Governance Forum where leaders from the first line and second line are present. Gather insights and materials prior to the meeting based on learnings. Research and analyze regulatory requirements on business continuity risk, including best practices to support the relevance of the BCM Standard. Collaborate with Segment ORM, IRM, Compliance, Legal, Ops and Tech 1B colleagues. Lead/Host an engaging session to gather feedback, comments and challenges, as well as providing a comprehensive and effective tracking mechanism to manage change. Provide oversight for business disruption risk metrics provided by L1, identify potential breaches and recommend actions. Collaborate with other risk domains leaders for third party risk, crisis and incident management, disaster recovery to enable a fulsome oversight to support business continuity. Develop training materials, and facilitate training as necessary. Track training attendance and follow up on non-attendance. Promote a strong risk culture and oversee relevant risk culture assessment processes. Required Qualifications Broad knowledge of financial services/insurance business and related products In-depth subject matter expertise in OSFI E-21 specifically Business Continuity . Well-understood connection with Crisis Management, Incident Management, Disaster Recovery and Third Party Risk Management. Minimum 4-6 years of experience in operational risk management plus strong knowledge of operational processes, risks and controls. High proficiency in MS Office Products and data analytics tools such as PowerBI is a PLUS . Solid written and oral communication skills Strong influencing skills with the ability to build effective relationships, both within and across divisions Detail-oriented with excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically. Self-starter with the ability to work with little guidance University undergraduate degree with a relevant professional designation preferred When you join our team We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Legal and Quality Assurance Industries Technology, Information and Media and Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr