Head of Business Continuity Manager (m/f/d), München

Airbus is a leading aircraft manufacturer with the most modern and comprehensive family of airliners on the market, ranging in capacity from 100 to more than 500 seats. Airbus champions innovative technologies and offers some of the world’s most fuel efficient and quiet aircraft. Airbus has sold over 13.800 aircraft to more than 360 customers worldwide. Airbus has achieved more than 8,000 deliveries since the first Airbus aircraft entered into service. Headquartered in Toulouse, France.

Tasks

• The main activities center on defining and driving the multi-year BCM roadmap and leading the end-to-end transformation of BCM from a nascent state to a mature, certified program across multiple international sites. This is achieved by defining and implementing the overarching BCM strategy, developing the foundational policies and procedures, and ensuring their strict alignment with the global divisional framework.
• A key deliverable is the continuous elevation of the organisation's readiness level through the design and delivery of a mandatory training curriculum and the execution of high-fidelity, cross-functional simulation exercises. These activities drive value by systematically reducing business interruption risk and ensuring a swift, coordinated response to any crisis scenario.
• The jobholder's impact is also seen in the management of complex external vendor relationships and cross-functional teams to deploy digital BCM tools and ensure all Business Impact Analyses are rooted in a deep, interdisciplinary understanding of the entire ADS Division's operations. This value creation is essential for protecting the company's assets and reputation.
• Outputs
• The primary output is a fully operational, ISO 22301-certified Business Continuity Management System in the designated country, transitioning from a greenfield status to a mature, auditable program compliant with all regulatory and corporate standards. This output includes a suite of validated BCM documentation.
• A critical output is the generation of a robust BCM Risk Profile for the country, derived from comprehensive threat and vulnerability assessments, which is formally integrated and reported as part of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process.
• The role delivers a measurable increase in organisational resilience and preparedness, evidenced by post-exercise reports, lower recovery times, and a highly engaged staff culture achieved through a structured and successful annual BCM training and exercise program.

Profil

Work Experience

• Depth of Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years' experience in Business Continuity Management, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Program Management: Proven track record of successfully implementing and managing comprehensive, country-level Business Continuity programs and plans.
• Implementation & Oversight: Direct experience in conducting Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) and developing localized BC plans for critical business units.
• Team & Project Leadership: Experience in leading or mentoring a small local team or managing cross-functional project teams within a single country or business unit.

Core Competencies

• Analytical & Implementation Skills: Strong analytical skills with a practical understanding of business risk assessments and the execution of BCM policies.
• BCM Execution: Ability to successfully implement and monitor BC plans and governance structures at the country level.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills necessary to drive collaboration across local functions and departments.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, able to effectively liaise with local and regional management, technical teams, and relevant country-level stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage complex projects and adapt quickly to evolving local risks and regulatory changes.

Educational Background & Certifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field is required.
• Certifications (Preferred): Relevant certifications such as ISO 22301 Lead Implementer, ISO 27001, or equivalent.

Additional Attributes

• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement in local operational resilience.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage resource allocation effectively.