Operational Risk Management Analyst - 100% Remote

Job Description

Operational Risk Management Analyst - Remote

Our client in the insurance and financial services industry is seeking a professional to lead a pivotal operational resiliency initiative within the business continuity field.

In this role, you will drive essential transition and exit strategies for third-party vendors, strengthen business continuity frameworks, and ensure seamless operations in a rapidly evolving environment.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and advance resiliency efforts within a high-impact industry.

What is in it for you :

• Salaried : $62 to $66 per hour.
• Incorporated Business Rate : $74 to $79 per hour.
• 6-month contract.
• Full-time position : 37.50 hours per week.
• Weekday schedule from 9 am to 5 pm or 8 am to 4 pm.
• Enjoy the flexibility of remote work.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement transition and exit plans for critical third-party vendors.
• Serve as the primary contact for vendor reviews and contract coordination, ensuring operational resilience is maintained.
• Lead testing processes for third-party vendor exit and transition plans.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to secure alternative workspaces and continuity plans for essential processes in the event of primary workspace inaccessibility.
• Support the operational business risk management framework, mapping risk factors and operational needs regularly.
• Engage with Information Risk Management and risk Subject Matter Experts to assess resilience strategies.
• Conduct resilience testing, covering key areas like business impact analysis, recovery objectives, and critical path mapping.
• Participate in projects with IT and business units to integrate business continuity and disaster recovery requirements into change processes.
• Proactively share best practices and help standardize resilience processes with a holistic view of information risk management.

What you will need to succeed :

• High School diploma required.
• 3-5+ years of experience in Disaster Recovery, Business Resilience, Information Technology / Systems, Project Management, or Vendor Management in a large, complex organization.
• Professional certification in Business Continuity Management (BCM) preferred (e.g., ABCP, CBCP, MBCI, or MBCP), or actively working toward certification.
• Familiarity with OSFI regulatory guidelines, specifically B10 and E21; experience with these regulations is a plus.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, with familiarity in BCM planning tools or relational databases (e.

g., Fusion Risk Management, PowerBI).

• Broad knowledge of system technologies and business resilience / disaster recovery tools and techniques.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to conduct educational sessions and present across organizational levels.
• Proven ability to build relationships, engage stakeholders, and influence outcomes effectively.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit : AP-2000003) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach to job seekers and businesses.

Only candidates who match hiring criteria will be contacted.

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