Lead Advisor – Business Continuity and Operational Resilience
City : Montreal
Category : Full Time
Industry : Financial Services
Employer : Laurentian Bank
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At Laurentian Bank, we believe we can change banking for the better. Founded in Montreal in 1846, Laurentian Bank helps families, businesses and communities thrive. Today, we have over 2,800 employees working together as One Team, to provide a broad range of financial services and advice-based solutions for customers across Canada and the United States. We drive results by placing our customers first, making the better choice, acting courageously, and believing everyone belongs.
This role sits within Laurentian Bank.Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Enterprise Business Continuity and Business Process the incumbent will ensure the organization is appropriately prepared for, and can respond to, disruptions to normal activities at Laurentian Bank, including ensuring risk is effectively managed and reported in pursuit of our strategic objectives. This role is being created to support the advancement of risk management practices related to operational resiliency, business continuity, crisis management, and the interconnections to change management and third party risk management in support of regulatory requirements OSFI B10 and OSFI E21 guidelines.
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Responsibilities
- Lead Program Development: Oversee the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Business Continuity Management program.
- Operational Resiliency: Contribute to the development and execute on the enhancement of the Operational Resilience roadmap, methodologies, mechanisms, standards, reporting and operating procedures.
- Business Continuity Exercise Planning & Execution: Plan and oversee the execution of formal business continuity exercises.
- Support Business Units: Offer guidance and support to Business units to embed strong risk practices and facilitate the Business Continuity Management Program. This also involves participation in project teams as the business continuity subject matter expert to ensure that continuity requirements are addressed throughout the project.
- Organizational Training & Change Management: Provide organization-wide training and change management to support the Business Continuity Management framework.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and subject matter experts across the organization, as well as with external risk management and business continuity specialists through business continuity related industry forums, as well as cross-sector, tests and exercises.
- Risk Oversight: Support the use of risk identification tools such as third party risk assessments. Evaluate and challenge Key Risk Indicator (KRI) reporting to validate accuracy and identify trends.
- Crisis Management: Serve as the backup lead for crisis incident response.
Qualifications
- University degree and 10 years of experience.
- Understanding of existing and emerging financial industry regulatory requirements for business continuity and operational resilience
- Understanding of industry best practices in business continuity planning and testing.- Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and presentation) with the ability to articulate program improvements to key stakeholders.
- Strong relationship building and influence skills.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and calm under pressure.
- Bilingualism
- Concern for a job well done and respect for deadlines
- Be good at interpersonal communication and teamwork
*Professional working proficiency in French and English languages required as position involves frequent written and oral communication on complex matters with internal and external parties in both languages.
What Laurentian Bank has to offer you
The total compensation offered by Laurentian Bank encompasses a comprehensive range of benefits, highlighting our commitment to the well-being and success of our employees.
Here are some of the key points of our offering:
- The actual annual base salary offered will take into account internal equity, skills, and experience among other factors.
- Total compensation: Earn a comprehensive compensation package that includes annual reviews and performance-based bonuses.
- Work model: We prioritize a hybrid work model based on business needs.
- Stock purchase plan: Become not just an employee, but a Laurentian Bank shareholder. Employer matching takes your investment even further.
- Time off: In addition to paid vacation, we provide floating days and leave options to accommodate the diverse needs of our employees. Plus, as an extra perk, you also get a paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
- Health and wellness: Take care of your health and well-being with access to healthcare professionals, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and a Stress Management and Well-Being Program.
- Group insurance and pension: We offer a competitive insurance program based on your family’s needs and a defined contribution pension plan to help prepare for your future.
- Financial benefits: As a Laurentian Bank employee, you’re also the best ambassador for our products and services. Take advantage of employee-only offers on a wide range of products. Enjoy exclusive deals and preferred rates on products and services including insurance, hotels, train tickets, spas and many more.
We are committed to creating a fulfilling professional environment where your skills are valued, and your well-being is a priority. Join us for a rewarding career at Laurentian Bank.
Inclusion and Accessibility
At Laurentian Bank, we believe everyone belongs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our customers and our communities and where everyone feels like they belong and can thrive. To this end, we encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous persons, racialized and persons with disabilities, marginalized genders and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
We strive to offer a flexible and accessible work experience that is inclusive of everyone. If at any time you need an accommodation, please let us know.
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