Head of Business Continuity Management – Spain

About the role

The Head of Business Continuity Management for Spain will lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of the Business Continuity Management (BCM) programme across Airbus Defence and Space operations in the country. Reporting to the global Head of BCM, the role ensures operational resilience, protects assets and reputation, and aligns continuity activities with enterprise risk management.

Key responsibilities

• Design and launch a green‑field BCM programme for the assigned country.
• Conduct rigorous Business Impact Analyses and develop comprehensive continuity plans.
• Serve as the National BCM Risk Owner, integrating threat and vulnerability assessments into the ERM framework.
• Achieve and maintain ISO 22301 certification, ensuring compliance with internal and international standards.
• Design and deliver scenario‑based training and exercises for all staff levels.
• Manage external vendors and service providers critical to BCM deployment.
• Provide tactical support during real‑world incidents and lead post‑incident evaluations.

Required profile

• Proven experience in business continuity, enterprise risk management or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to establish BCM programmes in a green‑field environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 22301 requirements and certification processes.
• Excellent analytical, decision‑making and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Fluency in English; Spanish language skills are a plus.

Required skills

• Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
• Continuity Planning
• ISO 22301 implementation
• Risk Management
• Incident Management
• Training and Exercise Design
• Vendor Management