Vice President, Business Continuity Management

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We are seeking an experienced Business Continuity Management (BCM) professional to lead and strengthen the BCM across the Oceania region. Acting as a subject matter expert from a second line of defense perspective, the role will provide strategic oversight, challenge and assurance over business continuity, crisis management, disaster recovery, and operational resilience capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned banking professional with deep BCM expertise and exposure to non-financial risk management within a highly regulated environment.

• Lead and enhance the Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework across the Oceania region.
• Plan and coordinate BCM activities, including business continuity testing, crisis management exercises, and disaster recovery programs.
• Provide second line of defense oversight, challenge, and advisory support on business continuity, operational resilience, technology resilience, and third-party risk matters.
• Conduct risk assessments, scenario analysis, and assurance reviews to identify and mitigate disruption risks to critical business operations. 
• Maintain BCM governance documentation, including Business Impact Assessments (BIA), Crisis Management Plans, Pandemic Plans, and related policies and procedures.
• Deliver BCM training and awareness programs and support crisis management preparedness across the organization.
• Prepare management reporting, monitor regulatory compliance, and coordinate BCM reporting requirements across regional and global stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with disaster recovery service providers and support workplace emergency preparedness initiatives.

• Minimum 8 years of Business Continuity Management experience within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong experience working within a regulated banking environment.
• Experience with crisis management, disaster recovery planning, operational resilience frameworks, and regulatory assurance programs.
• Strong knowledge of BCM, operational resilience, operational risk, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience providing independent oversight or second line of defense challenge and assurance.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Strong analytical, communication, and reporting capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a complex environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Professional certifications in BCM, Operational Risk, Risk Management, or related disciplines will be advantageous.

This role offers the opportunity to shape and enhance business continuity and operational resilience capabilities across a critical banking franchise while working closely with senior stakeholders and regional leadership teams.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.