Company Description PayLink is a Saudi electronic payment gateway, designed and built entirely by local innovators to simplify digital payments for merchants, government entities, and companies. The platform supports the rapid transition from traditional commerce to e-commerce in alignment with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. PayLink focuses on secure, efficient, and user-friendly payment solutions that help organizations modernize their financial operations. The company operates under the supervision and regulation of the Saudi Central Bank, ensuring compliance with national financial standards and best practices.
Role Description The Business Continuity Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Al Khobar. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and testing business continuity and resilience plans to ensure PayLink's critical services remain available during disruptions. Day-to-day tasks include conducting risk and impact assessments, documenting recovery procedures, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and supporting continuity drills and incident simulations. The specialist will monitor adherence to regulatory and internal continuity requirements, prepare reports and recommendations for management, and contribute to continuous improvement of resilience frameworks. Collaboration with IT, operations, and compliance teams is essential to align continuity strategies with organizational goals and industry standards.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess skills in Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, and Business Resilience.
- Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills for risk assessment, impact analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
- Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for clear documentation, stakeholder coordination, and training activities.
- Experience with financial services, payment gateways, or regulated industries is beneficial.
- Knowledge of relevant business continuity standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 22301) is an advantage.
- Bachelor's degree in business, risk management, information systems, or a related field is preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively on-site in Al Khobar and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
