Director Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so. 

The Director Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery will lead and enhance CI’s Business Continuity Program (BCP) to ensure business resilience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement and manage the company’s strategic approach to Business Continuity/ Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) and its continuous improvement. 
• Emphasize the importance of identifying Disaster Recovery considerations during the project management process and ensure they are met as part of the project deliverable.
• Develop and manage a testing process to minimize CI's risk, ensuring interdependence is identified and communicated.
• Support CI’s Third-Party Risk Management program to ensure business continuity requirements are met.
• Collaborate with business teams to perform annual Business Impact Analysis and update their respective business continuity plans.
• Work closely with IT teams to ensure that Disaster Recovery strategies are designed to meet the Recovery Time and Point Objectives identified in the firm’s business continuity plans.
• Support the Crisis Management team with the activation of BC/DR plans..
• Facilitate business and IT expectation to ensure the availability of critical operations to an acceptable, predefined level following a disruptive incident.  Act as an escalation point and work to manage any shortfalls.
• Manage the communication process with auditors, regulators and clients to effectively inform and summarize the company’s BC/DR plans
• Promote employee awareness of CI’s Business Continuity Program.
• Strategically align the Business Continuity Program with regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Business Continuity team.

QUALFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience

• 15+ years of experience related to Business Continuity Management
• Experienced in a financial services and/or regulated environment highly preferred

Education/Training

• Degree, ideally in Technology, Operations or Business Administration
• CBCP certification is preferred

Skills

• Highly developed program and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills working with all levels of an organization
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Maturity and leadership

CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice.   Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential.  Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI. 

A Supportive Environment for Success

We offer an in-office environment, competitive benefits, and a supportive workplace to help our employees thrive both personally and professionally.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station
• Training Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Designations
• Employee Savings Plan (ESP)
• Corporate Discount Program
• Enhanced group benefits
• Parental Leave Top–up program
• Paid time off for Volunteering 

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

Please submit your resume in confidence by clicking “Apply”. Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CI Financial Corp. and all of our affiliates (“CI”) are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at accessible.recruitment@ci.com, or call 416-364-1145 ext. 4747.