Position Overview

Business Continuity Manager at Zions Bancorporation. As part of a dynamic local bank, you will lead Business Continuity initiatives, ensuring resilience against disruptions. This role offers a 4/1 hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Shape the strategic direction of the business continuity program and support design, implementation, and maturation of comprehensive plans.
• Communicate and oversee program strategy, methodology, and objectives for risk assessment, business impact analysis, plan development, testing, reviews, and training.
• Support development & maintenance of BC policies, standards, procedures to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
• Drive implementation and governance of the program, aligning with regulatory guidance and coordinating with internal & external teams.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve business continuity plans for all critical functions and processes.
• Establish metrics and reporting framework to communicate program status, performance, compliance, and risk gaps to leadership.
• Lead risk assessment exercises, identify vulnerabilities, develop actionable insights and prioritize improvements.
• Organize and execute regular testing & validation of plans, interpreting test results and refining strategies.
• Collaborate with IT, Risk, Finance, Operations, and Compliance to ensure alignment and integration of plans.
• Support training & development of junior staff to drive execution against objectives.
• Assist with 2L, 3L, and regulatory engagements.
• Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications in Business Continuity Management preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in business continuity planning, emergency and incident planning, analysis, and methodology.
• Proven experience as a Business Continuity Manager in a financial services organization.
• Excellent leadership skills with proven ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, crisis management protocols, and regulatory requirements for banking.
• Knowledge of banking operations a plus.
• Expert knowledge of business continuity planning, emergency and incident planning, analysis, concepts, methodology, and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to adapt strategies to evolving circumstances.
• High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality and data security.

Compensation

Base salary range: $108,000 - $132,000 annually, based on experience and location.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance – start day one.
• Life and Disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts.
• Paid training and professional development.
• Paid time off (PTO) plus 11 paid federal holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Profit sharing.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• Tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees.
• Employee ambassador preferred banking products.