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Operational Resilience Lead

DVF Recruitment · Manchester, Greater Manchester

Type
Full-time
Posted
8 days ago

Overview

Your contingency planning, threat assessment and multi-agency coordination experience from policing is directly transferable.

About this role

Operational Resilience Lead London / Manchester | Hybrid (2–3 days per week) | Full-Time | Permanent

A Rare Opportunity with a Global Powerhouse

This is not your average operational resilience role. This is a chance to join one of the most respected and financially strong groups in the world. A business with over 100 years of history, operations that are ambitious, well-funded transformation strategy designed to reshape its position in the global specialty insurance market.

With a portfolio spanning a multitude of areas, this organisation operates at the very highest level of the global FS industry. The London operation sits at the heart of their market, and is currently executing one of the most significant growth and modernisation programmes in its history, integrating business units, transforming technology and platforms, and expanding capabilities globally.

If you are looking for a role with genuine scope, genuine seniority and a platform to make a meaningful impact within an organisation of true global standing, this is it.

Why This Role, Why Now

The organisation is mid-way through one of the most exciting chapters in its history, executing a long-term growth strategy that includes new product launches, specialty underwriting growth, major technology transformation and innovation in areas such as cyber risk, climate modelling and digital underwriting. Operational resilience is not a back-office function here; it is a strategic priority with board-level visibility and executive sponsorship.

This is a role where your expertise will be valued, your voice will be heard, and your work will directly support the foundations of a global business built for the next decade.

About risk & resilience roles for ex-police

Risk management, business continuity and emergency-planning roles. Contingency planning, threat assessment and multi-agency coordination experience from policing is directly transferable.

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Why this fits a police background — match score 88/100

  • Command & contingency route

What risk & resilience roles pay ex-police

Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026

Resilience / BC analyst£35,000–£48,000
Business continuity / resilience manager£50,000–£70,000
Crisis management lead£65,000–£85,000
Head of resilience£80,000–£110,000+
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