AVP, Business Continuity

LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. • $102K — $170K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Financial Services, Technology, or Consulting.
  • 3+ years of experience in resiliency, focusing on Business Continuity, Crisis Management, or Disaster Recovery.
  • Business Continuity Certification (MBCP, CBCP, or equivalent) or must obtain CBCP within 6 months.
  • Familiarity with BCP planning and incident management tools, preferably Archer GRC, Everbridge, NC4, GETS/WPS.
  • Understanding of process, risk, and controls frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Support the improvement of Enterprise Resiliency policies and procedures.
  • Build relationships to secure stakeholder buy-in and alignment with resiliency objectives.
  • Lead execution of the Business Continuity Lifecycle activities including the BIA and plan development.
  • Develop and deliver resiliency training for preparedness.
  • Engage in enterprise threat monitoring and crisis management support.
  • Identify resiliency risks, document them, and recommend corrective measures.
  • Conduct assessments of Third-Party continuity and evaluate contract language.

Benefits

  • 401K matching
  • Health benefits
  • Employee stock options
  • Paid time off
  • Volunteer time off
Full Job Description
Job Overview:

Are you a dedicated professional who thrives in dynamic environments? Are you driven to ensure business resiliency in the face of critical incidents? Do you possess the acumen to prepare for unforeseen challenges and are open to innovative solutions? Are you passionate about learning new skills and solving complex problems? If you have a strong foundation in operational resiliency, business continuity, crisis management, and a history of leading resiliency initiatives, then this could be the role for you!

Reporting to the VP, Enterprise Resiliency for the firm, the Business Continuity Assistant Vice President is responsible for supporting the enterprise resiliency strategic vision and initiatives. The Business Continuity, AVP will provide leadership and direct support for the development, implementation, and ongoing evolution of the Firm's comprehensive enterprise resiliency business continuity programs. The person in this role will lead efforts in translating program requirements for the business unit resiliency partners into actionable activities to establish or improve business continuity processes and controls, including business impact analyses, risk assessments, BCP testing, BCP quality reviews, supplier resiliency and provide crisis management support.

Responsibilities:
  • Support and contribute to the maturation of the Enterprise Resiliency policy, strategies, processes, and procedures.
  • Develop relationships and gain buy-in of business continuity and related Enterprise Resiliency Program objectives from key stakeholders, including business unit resiliency staff, Third-Party Risk Management, Operational Risk Management, and Technology Resilience.
  • Provide leadership, consulting, and direct support in the execution of the Business Continuity Lifecycle (Business Impact Analysis (BIA), Plan Development, Testing) activities.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of resiliency training to ensure preparedness.
  • Participate in enterprise threat monitoring, and support event response, management, and crisis communications.
  • Proactively self-identify resiliency risk issues, document risks, recommend corrective actions and mitigating controls.
  • As assigned, conduct Third-Party business continuity assessments and review business continuity contract language
  • Interface with internal support partners (IT, Supplier Risk, Compliance, etc.) to support the documentation and tracking of resiliency issue and gap remediation efforts.
  • Contribute to the development of resiliency risk status reports on BIAs, continuity plans, response and resiliency testing, and crisis communications; prepare and distribute ad hoc, initiative-based, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.
  • Provide support and assistance in the response to actual or potential business disrupting events impacting the firm.
  • Build and improve business continuity processes by gaining knowledge and incorporating best practices from internal and external sources.


What are we looking for?

We're looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements:
  • Bachelors' Degree, and/or equivalent work experience in Financial Services, Technology, Consulting industries
  • Minimum of 3+ years' experience in a resiliency (Business Continuity, Crisis Management, Disaster Recovery)
  • Licenses/Certifications: Business Continuity Certification Designation (MBCP, CBCP or BCI equivalent) or successful attainment of CBCP certification within first 6 months as a condition of employment,
  • Familiarity with using BCP planning and incident management tools (preferably Archer GRC, Everbridge, NC4, GETS/WPS)
  • Familiar with process, risk, and controls framework


Core Competencies:
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a geographically dispersed team, prioritize effectively and produce quality, on-time deliverables.
  • Ability to provide leadership and influence in a dotted line organizational structure.
  • Verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal relationship building ability,
  • Self-motivated, willingness to take on challenges, and adaptability to support and adopt change.


Preferences:
  • Understanding of Operational Risk Management principles and methodologies
  • Knowledge of Disaster Recovery, Third Party and Technology Resilience methodologies
  • Project management skills and attention to details
  • Effective time and meeting management skills


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Pay Range:
$102,176.00 - $170,362.00
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play - such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

About LPL Financial Holdings, Inc.

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