Business Continuity (BC) Resilience Associate - Technology at Morgan Stanley

Suginami, Tokyo, Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Continuity Planning, Operational Resilience, Risk Management, Data Analysis, Communication Skills, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, Training, Quality Assurance, Relationship Building, Analytic Thinking, Microsoft Applications, Disaster Recovery, Tabletop Exercises, Change Management, Resilience Tooling

Industry

Financial Services

Description

1. Resilience Planning and Key Business Services Drive Business Continuity Planning program requirements by providing guidance and direction to Business Unit stakeholders to ensure their Business Continuity Plans are in accordance with the Firm's Business Continuity Management Policy and Procedures Ensure Business Unit Business Continuity Plans are updated, tested and signed off in accordance with the Firm's Business Continuity Management Policy Perform enhanced quality assurance of Business Continuity Plans on an ongoing basis and document findings for Business Unit stakeholders Provide Business Continuity Planning tool training as required Involve in the change-the-bank resilience initiatives such as implementation of strategic resilience tooling changes Provide subject matter expertise advice to the Business Units on business continuity and operational resilience program framework Maintain direct communications via monthly Business Unit planning meetings and activities Assist the business in enhancing, formalizing, and standardizing the business continuity planning process Coordinate periodic reviews and tests of established plans and procedures, report findings to management and make recommendations for improvements as needed Actively drive and support local, regional, and global managed projects as required Interact with country management to provide guidance, coordination, and support during a disruptive event, including escalation, communication and documenting lessons learned Coordinate monthly reporting collation and distribution for program governance and monitoring purposes Support regulatory exams and documentations of Business Continuity including Key Business Services and Critical Business Services for Japan Coordinate periodic tests of established Business Continuity plans and procedures Support, facilitate and participate in internal and external tabletop exercises At least 4 years in Business Continuity, Operational Resilience, Risk Management or related discipline Business level English and native or equivalent level of Japanese fluency (read, write, verbal) is required Understanding of existing and emerging regulatory requirements on the financial sector regarding Business Continuity and Operational Resilience Understanding of industry best practices pertaining to Business Continuity Planning, Operational Resilience and Testing Ability to manage and analyze a large set of data. Power BI, macro or other advance data analytic skill is an advantage Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) with the ability to articulate program enhancements to key stakeholders Strong relationship building and influencing skills Ability to manage and interact with staff at all levels in the Firm Proven ability to manage projects and deliver results across stakeholder groups Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment Self-motivated, proactive, team player, and calm under pressure Willingness to learn, develop, and take over new roles and responsibilities when required Analytic thinking and procedural working approach Willingness to occasionally work on weekends and out of business hours when required Computer skills: Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) certification or similar Risk Management, Regulatory or Technical background with experience in Disaster Response/Recovery background is a plus Knowledge of BC Planning Tool, Fusion RM or equivalent Experience with Asia resilience regulations Experience in financial industry is an advantage Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents. Internal Applicants Internal mobility can be a way to grow your career and realize your professional potential. Typically, you must be in your position for at least 18 months and performing satisfactorily before applying for another job at the Firm. Internal applicants can find out more regarding career navigation, mobility guidelines and policy on our employee portal by clicking here.

Responsibilities

The Business Continuity Resilience Associate will drive the Business Continuity Planning program by guiding Business Unit stakeholders and ensuring compliance with the Firm's policies. They will also coordinate reviews, tests of plans, and support during disruptive events.