Director - Business Continuity & Crisis Management

Job description

Nasdaq is a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where everyone is encouraged to take initiative, challenge the status quo, and take intelligent risks. We want everyone to feel welcome and bring their authentic self to work. Every day, we build a culture where we all feel connected, supported, and empowered. The Role Our Group Risk Management team is seeking a Director to support the current and evolving, global Business Continuity & Crisis Management (‘BCM”) program. The BCM Director will work across the organization to ensure the consistent adoption of the BCM program, BCM Policy, ERM Tools and best practices. The role reports to the Head of Business Continuity & Crisis Management Key responsibilities Responsibilities include, amongst other, below: W ork across the organization with all business units and expert functions to maintain and evolve the corporate-wide BCM program that addresses business recovery and crisis management response. Support the continuous development of a comprehensive business continuity and operational resiliency strategy and program. This includes assisting with essential elements of the program—both from a business unit and overall program perspective—that facilitate response, build resilience, and enable recovery from disruptions to business operations. Assist in the execution of Business Continuity Planning (BCP) life cycle activities including training, business impact analysis, BCP update, review and testing. Provide reporting as appropriate. Work closely with business unit and expert functions to implement best practice risk management using the BCM framework and overarching risk governance to meet the needs of the businesses and stakeholder expectations (e.g. regulatory, client) Liaise with BCP Coordinators and Plan Owners to develop effective working relationships and documented BC Plans. Build key relationships with business unit and expert function management and serve as an escalation point for BCP issues and support for strategy formulation. Develop and implement organization-wide training and communications. Plan, conduct and debrief mock crisis management exercises to test the adequacy of existing crisis management procedures and plans. Conduct post-mortem assessments to identify actions to update procedures and strengthen crisis preparedness. Required Qualifications Minimum 6 years of experience in relevant discipline. Preferred expertise in business continuity and crisis management Conceptual and practical experience in operational risk management, technology risk management, and operational resilience experience a plus. Prior experience with Business Continuity platforms and tools is desirable. Experience in the financial services industry (capital markets or financial technology), preferred. Excellent interpersonal and, oral and written English communication skills. What We Offer This position will be located in Vilnius and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment with at least 3 days a week in-office (subject to change), providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates. We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package that supports you and your family - inside and outside work. The base pay range for this role is 4000 – 4500 EUR Gross. Actual pay depends on your skills, experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, we offer bonus and equity, as well as the following benefits: Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted company shares. Pension plan with Nasdaq contribution. 20 vacation days and extra vacation time based on tenure. 6 additional days off per year (flex days) Work from (almost) anywhere – up to 20 days/year. Health insurance. Free gym, yoga & pilates classes and discounted in-office massages. 24/7 mental health support for you and your family. Global mentoring program. Unlimited access to e-learning platforms. Learn more on our Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page . Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume in English as soon as possible, as we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis. Individuals applying for or occupying this position must have no previous unspent convictions for criminal offences under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Lithuania, with the exception of offences solely related to minor road traffic violations. Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.