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Project Manager - Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Interim Project Manager to lead a Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) compliance programme for an initial 6 months contract. With DORA now in full enforcement and critical provider designations underway in 2025, this is a pivotal role that will shape our clients digital resilience strategy and ensure they maintain robust regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for DORA compliance, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications
• Coordinate between business units, IT teams, risk management, and external vendors to establish comprehensive ICT risk management frameworks
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including gap analysis, remediation activities, and testing schedules
• Ensure production of all required documentation including policies, procedures, and incident response protocols
• Manage third-party ICT service provider assessments and contractual reviews in line with DORA requirements
• Facilitate workshops and requirements gathering sessions with technical and business stakeholders
• Monitor regulatory developments and adjust project scope accordingly
• Report progress to senior management and provide risk assessments on compliance readiness
• Coordinate ICT-related incident reporting processes and business continuity testing activities
• Track dependencies, manage issues, and ensure alignment with broader regulatory compliance programs

Essential Experience & Skills

DORA & Regulatory Expertise:

• MUST have proven experience in designing and implementing Operational Resilience Risk Frameworks
• Strong working knowledge of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and its practical application
• Demonstrated experience undertaking DORA gap assessments and providing compliance assurance
• Deep understanding of the regulatory environment relating to operational resilience and business continuity

Technical & Risk Management:

• Strong grasp of ICT Risk Management principles and practices
• Experience with incident reporting frameworks and processes
• Expertise in third-party supplier management and oversight, particularly for critical ICT service providers
• Track record of managing operational disruption incidents and crisis situations

Stakeholder & Communication Skills:

• Outstanding interpersonal and stakeholder management skills across all organisational levels
• Experience influencing senior leadership teams and board members on key decisions
• Exceptional communication skills - written, oral, and presentation
• Ability to work at pace and translate regulatory requirements into consumable actions

If you have previous DORA expertise and the leadership skills to drive meaningful change, please email your CV in the first instance.