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Crisis Response and Management Specialist

On-site in Arrasate·Added 1 month ago

Laboral Kutxa

12 open roles

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Basque

    The ad asks for Basque, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in Arrasate

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Titulación universitaria en Ingeniería (Telecomunicaciones, Informática, Industrial, Aeronáutica...).” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Another way of working, growing professionally and personally, so you can unleash your full potential in a sustainable and inclusive way. To achieve this:
• We promote teamwork, mutual support, and participation.
• We personalize training to develop people's skills throughout their entire professional career.
• We offer the flexibility you need to maintain a good work-life balance.
• We believe in internal talent, and for that reason you will have multiple opportunities to take on new challenges and roles.
• We will take care of you through Zainduz, our wellness program, which includes: workshops on healthy habits and emotional well-being, digital physiotherapy services, and incentives for walking or cycling to work.
• We will provide you with access to the Lagun Aro medical plan for you and your family, as well as special banking and insurance conditions.

In short, we offer inclusive and respectful work environments, we guarantee equal opportunities between men and women in workplace dynamics and professional careers, and we strive to be a benchmark in equality.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • A university degree in Engineering (Telecommunications, Computer Science, Industrial, Aeronautics...).
  • At least 3 years of experience in financial institutions.
  • Practical knowledge of business continuity, crisis management, and applicable regulations.
  • Experience with GRC tools, alert management systems, and continuity platforms is a plus.
  • A good level of Basque and English.

The role

Your mission will be to drive the organization's preparedness and response to crisis situations, through the design of strategies, the coordination of plans, and the execution of tests and simulations that ensure operational continuity.

What you'll do

  • Coordinate the development, review, and updating of the organization's recovery plans.
  • Define procedures, protocols, and templates for crisis management.
  • Manage the annual testing plan and coordinate with other areas all activities related to business continuity.
  • Prepare and execute crisis simulations together with the Crisis Management Committee.
  • Prepare and execute tests with critical suppliers.
  • Collaborate with the IT team on the development of technology recovery plans, as well as on the preparation of tests that validate the theoretical requirements (RTO, RPO).
  • Monitor the testing plan, the action plans defined, and the lessons learned.
  • Advise the different internal areas on industry best practices and standards.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (DORA, ISO, NIST, COBIT, ITIL, among others).

About Laboral Kutxa

Laboral Kutxa is a Spanish financial institution deeply rooted in the Basque Country. Originally founded as a savings bank (caja de ahorros) in the mid-20th century, it has evolved into a modern banking group offering retail banking, corporate banking, insurance, and asset management services. The entity operates primarily in the Basque Country and surrounding regions, with a significant presence in the Spanish financial sector. It is part of the KutxaBank group, which is one of the largest financial groups in Spain.

For international professionals, Laboral Kutxa offers a unique opportunity to work in a cooperative banking model with a strong regional identity. The company's headquarters are in Arrasate (also known as Mondragón), a town with a strong industrial and cooperative tradition. While its main operations are in the Basque Country, it has a growing digital and technology division, creating roles in cybersecurity, data governance, and international payments. The company's culture is deeply rooted in Basque values, and it is an excellent place for those interested in understanding the Spanish financial system from a regional perspective. They are actively seeking talent in areas like IT risk auditing, data governance, and crisis management, and they offer internships and entry-level positions for recent graduates in business, economics, and law.

Industry
Banking
Founded
1959
Employees
3,000–5,000
Headquarters
Arrasate, Spain
In Spain
Arrasate, Bilbao, Donostia-San Sebastián

Good to know if you are moving

  • The company is headquartered in Arrasate (also known as Mondragón), a town in the Basque Country, not in a major city like Madrid or Barcelona.
  • The working language is primarily Spanish and Basque, so a good level of Spanish is essential for integration.
  • The company has a strong social and community focus, which is a core part of its identity as a savings bank.
  • They are actively recruiting for IT and cybersecurity roles, as well as for recent graduates in business, economics, and law for their offices in Bizkaia and Gipuzkoa.
  • As a cooperative bank, it offers a different work culture compared to large commercial banks, with a strong emphasis on its social mission.
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