About the job

Join us at the forefront of operational resilience. Are you driven by structure, strategy, and making a meaningful impact?

SEB is looking for a proactive and forward-thinking Global Process Owner to join our newly established Business Continuity Management Services (BCMS) function – a vital part of the growing Risk Services function. In this key role, you'll help shape SEB’s global approach to business continuity and crisis management, ensuring we’re prepared for the unexpected and resilient in the face of disruption.

At SEB, we recognise that the world of finance is evolving at an extraordinary speed. That's why we're committed to driving towards a more sustainable future for everyone — people, businesses, and society. Since we welcomed our first customer in 1856, we have been a catalyst for positive change by providing reliable advice and capital to people with ideas for the future. If you are ready to make your mark on our industry and positively shape the world, you will thrive at SEB!

About the role:

As Process Owner within BCM Services, you will play a central role in taking SEB’s well-established business continuity and crisis management framework to the next level. With a solid and mature foundation already in place, your mission will be to evolve and modernize our group-wide methodology to meet the demands of a dynamic risk landscape and an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

You’ll lead the full BCM lifecycle – from risk assessments and business impact analyses (BIA) to recovery planning, crisis response, and testing – while continuously looking for ways to simplify, streamline, and future-proof our approach. Innovation is at the heart of the BCM Services team: we actively explore new ways of working, use data in smarter ways, and apply technology to strengthen preparedness and resilience.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders across the bank to embed BCM processes into daily operations, ensuring they are understood, implemented, and continuously improved. You’ll be part of a highly engaged, forward-looking team within SEB’s Risk Services function, reporting to the Head of BCM Services. This is a unique opportunity to contribute strategically while driving real, hands-on impact in one of SEB’s most important areas of operational resilience.

Among other responsibilities, you will work with:

Lead the development and implementation of a BCM methodology covering risk assessments, continuity planning, testing, and recovery.
Oversee the full BCM lifecycle, ensuring plans are regularly updated, tested, and aligned with regulations.
Lead development of crises management process and work with cross-functional teams to develop, refine, and maintain crisis management plans.
Ensure the CMT is well-prepared for handling a range of crises, including ICT incidents, operational disruptions, and external events, as part of a comprehensive business continuity plan.
Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and ensure compliance with regulations.

To thrive in this role, we believe you have:

An education in business continuity, crisis management, or related fields, with BCM certifications being a plus.
Proven experience of 5+ yearsin business continuity management, disaster recovery, or crisis management, ideally within financial services, with a focus on process ownership.
Experience in managing the BCM lifecycle and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills to lead collaboration and drive strategic improvements.
The ability to challenge the status quo and contribute to the modernization of existing frameworks through innovative thinking, data-driven insights, and smart use of technology.
Leadership capabilities to engage and inspire stakeholders, build trust, and foster a culture of preparedness across the organization.
Fluency in both Swedish and English
A mindset to drive projects as well as skills to understand,develop and implement solutions.

What we offer:

An empowering and dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on SEB’s resilience and operational stability.
An opportunity to be a part of a newly established team and be part of deciding the strategy for the team’s mission
A chance to collaborate with teams across divisions and geographies, contributing to the enhancement of SEB’s risk management capabilities.
A caring, supportive and respectful culture
Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career growth.

Do you want to be part of SEB?

It is our fundamental belief that inclusion and diversity is crucial for our future success. We strive to have an inclusive, value-driven culture where employees feel valued, respected, and involved irrespective of who they are, what they believe or where they come from.

Apply by attaching your CV and a cover letter that highlights your relevant skills and experiences and how they align with the role.

Since we select candidates continuously, feel free to send in your application today, but no later than 2025-05-11. If you have questions about the position, please contact Jonas Simryd, Head of Business Continuity Management, via email at jonas.simryd@seb.se.

We look forward to your application!

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Please be aware that this is a security-classified role. Our final candidates undergo background checks, a process that includes for example identity control, verification of qualifications, credit checks, company engagements and criminal records checks. In some cases, we also apply random drug checks.

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