Summary: The role of Independent Consultant - Operational Resilience and Business Continuity involves managing and delivering IT internal audit engagements for clients in the Financial Services sector, ensuring compliance with operational resilience regulations. The position offers flexibility through a hybrid working model and the opportunity to work on various projects within the Agile Talent Community at Grant Thornton. The consultant will leverage their expertise in risk management and business continuity to provide value-added solutions that enhance clients' operational efficiency and governance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver IT internal audit engagements exceeding client expectations.
• Provide advice on managing risk associated with technology use.
• Implement sound organizational strategies and improve operational efficiency.
• Engage with clients on a project-by-project basis within the Agile Talent Community.
• Support clients in strengthening internal controls and governance processes.

Key Skills:

• Understanding of operational resilience regulations.
• Experience in the Financial Services or Insurance sectors.
• Expertise in operational and enterprise risk management.
• Proficiency in stress testing and running simulations.
• Internal Audit experience.
• Qualification in Business Continuity from BCI or DRII.
• Familiarity as Lead Auditor/Lead Implementer of ISO 22301.
• Expertise in Business Impact Analysis (BIA).
• Experience in Emergency Response and Crisis Management.
• Experience in IT Disaster Recovery (IT DR).
• Flexibility to travel to client premises when required.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Greater London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other